List of governors of Lagos State facts for kids
Lagos State is a very important part of Nigeria. It was created on May 27, 1967, by combining the Colony province and the Lagos federal territory. The Governor of Lagos State is like the chief leader of the state. Their job is to make sure all government activities run smoothly and help the state grow.
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What Does a Governor Do?
The Governor of Lagos State is the head of the state government. They are responsible for making important decisions that affect everyone living in Lagos. This includes things like building roads, improving schools, making sure there's clean water, and keeping people safe. They work with a team of people to manage the state's money and projects.
Leaders of Lagos State
Since it was formed, Lagos State has had many different leaders. Some were military officers, and others were elected by the people. These leaders are called administrators or governors. They each played a part in shaping Lagos into the busy, vibrant state it is today.
Military Governors
For a long time, Nigeria was ruled by the military. During these times, military officers were appointed as governors. They were not elected by the people.
| Name | Took Office | Left Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brigadier Mobolaji Johnson | 27 May 1967 | July 1975 | He was the very first governor of Lagos State. |
| Commodore Adekunle Lawal | July 1975 | 1977 | |
| Commodore Ndubuisi Kanu | 1977 | July 1978 | |
| Commodore Ebitu Ukiwe | July 1978 | October 1979 | |
| Air Commodore Gbolahan Mudasiru | January 1984 | August 1986 | |
| Navy Captain Mike Akhigbe | August 1986 | July 1988 | |
| Brigadier General Raji Rasaki | July 1988 | January 1992 | |
| Colonel Olagunsoye Oyinlola | 9 December 1993 | 22 August 1996 | |
| Colonel Mohammed Buba Marwa | 22 Aug 1996 | 29 May 1999 |
Civilian Governors
When Nigeria returned to civilian rule, people started electing their governors. These governors belong to different political parties.
| Name | Took Office | Left Office | Party | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alhaji Lateef Jakande | October 1979 | December 1983 | Unity Party of Nigeria (UPN) | He was the first elected civilian governor of Lagos State. |
| Sir Michael Otedola | January 1992 | November 1993 | National Republican Convention (NRC) | |
| Asiwaju Bola Tinubu | 29 May 1999 | 29 May 2007 | Alliance for Democracy (AD) | |
| Mr Babatunde Fashola | 29 May 2007 | 29 May 2015 | Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN) | |
| Mr Akinwunmi Ambode | 29 May 2015 | 29 May 2019 | All Progressives Congress (APC) | |
| Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu | 29 May 2019 | Incumbent | All Progressives Congress (APC) | He is the current governor of Lagos State. |
See also
- Governors of the Lagos Colony (category)
- Nigeria
- States of Nigeria
- List of state governors of Nigeria
- Timeline of Lagos city
- Oba of Lagos
