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Buhari pays tribute to Lateef Jakande, says he lived for others

President Muhammadu Buhari has paid tribute to former Governor of Lagos State, Chief Lateef Jakande, who died on Thursday at the age of 91.

Buhari, according to a statement by presidential spokesman Femi Adesina, said “Jakande lived for the good of others, state and country, and his 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, affirmed that Jakande’s imprint on the commercial nerve centre of the country, Lagos State, which was the former National capital, will continue to awe and inspire, reminding everyone of the strength of character and sacrifices of the visionary leader.

President Buhari also 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 will 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 will receive his soul and grant him eternal rest.

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