João Alves Filho facts for kids
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João Alves Filho
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João Alves Filho
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| Governor of Sergipe | |
| In office 1st: 15 March 1983 – 15 March 1987 2nd: 15 March 1991 – 1 January 1995 3rd: 1 January 2003 – 1 January 2007 |
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| Mayor of Aracaju | |
| In office 1st:1975 – 1979 2nd: 1 January 2013 – 1 January 2017 |
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| Minister of the Interior of Brazil | |
| In office 7 August 1987 – 15 March 1990 |
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| Born | 3 July 1941 Aracaju, Sergipe, Brazil |
| Died | 24 November 2020 (aged 79) Brasília, Federal District, Brazil |
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Maria do Carmo Alves
(m. 1966) |
João Alves Filho (3 July 1941 – 24 November 2020) was an important Brazilian politician and a skilled civil engineer. He was known for serving in several high-ranking positions in Brazil.
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Who Was João Alves Filho?
João Alves Filho was born in Aracaju, Sergipe, Brazil, on July 3, 1941. He studied to become a civil engineer, which is someone who designs and builds things like roads, bridges, and buildings. Later, he decided to enter politics, where he could help make decisions for his state and country.
His Political Journey
João Alves Filho had a long and active career in Brazilian politics. He held several important jobs, showing his dedication to public service.
Serving as Governor
He served as the governor of the state of Sergipe three different times. His first term was from 1983 to 1987. He returned to lead the state again from 1991 to 1995, and then for a third time from 2003 to 2007. As governor, he was in charge of running the state and making big decisions for its people.
As Mayor and Minister
Before becoming governor, João Alves Filho was the mayor of his hometown, Aracaju. He served as mayor from 1975 to 1979. Much later, he became mayor of Aracaju again from 2013 to 2017.
He also served as a national leader. From 1987 to 1990, he was the Minister of the Interior for Brazil. This was a very important job where he helped manage many things for the entire country.
Family Life
João Alves Filho was married to Maria do Carmo Alves, who also became a well-known politician, serving as a senator. They were married in 1966.
Later Years
João Alves Filho passed away on November 24, 2020, at the age of 79. He had been unwell and was diagnosed with COVID-19.
See also
- List of mayors of Aracaju
In Spanish: João Alves Filho para niños
