BY AYO ESAN
PRESIDENT Muhammadu Buhari has reacted to the death of former Governor of Lagos State, Alhaji Lateef Jakande, saying he lived for the good of others, state and country.
Buhari said Jakande’s legacy of standing for all that was right for humanity would be long remembered.
The President, while condoling with family, friends and associates of the elder statesman, in a statement on Thursday, affirmed that his imprint on the commercial nerve centre of the country, Lagos State, which was the former National capital, would continue to inspire Nigerians, reminding everyone of the strength of character and sacrifices of the visionary leader.
He noted the contributions of the first civilian Governor of Lagos State and former Minister of Works to the growth of democracy and good governance in the country, describing him as a patriot, whose wisdom would run through generations, especially in putting people first in development plans.
The President joined government and people of Lagos State, Nigerian Union of Journalists, and Nigerian Guild of Editors, in mourning the veteran journalist, praying that the almighty God would receive his soul and grant him eternal rest.
