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The governor of Lagos State has announced the death of the first Civilian Governor of Lagos State, Alhaji Lateef Jakande, is dead.



Announcing Lateef Jakande's death on Twitter, the Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu wrote:

With gratitude to God for a worthy life well spent in the service of Lagos State, Nigeria and humanity, I announce the death of a venerable statesman, outstanding politician, public administrator and the first Civilian Governor of Lagos State, Alhaji Lateef Kayode Jakande.

The astute politician died at the age of 91

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