Chief Akinsanya Sunny Ajose, a former Lagos State Head of Service, has passed away at the age of 78. He died early Thursday, January 16, 2025.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu extended his condolences to the Lagos State Government, the All Progressives Congress (APC), and the people of Badagry, where Ajose was a respected leader.
Tinubu recalled working with Ajose during his tenure as governor, acknowledging his contributions to reforming the civil service and supporting development efforts in the state.
Ajose’s influence extended beyond his civil service role.
He was a key representative of Badagry in the Lagos State Governance Advisory Council and a trusted figure within the APC.
Born on February 10, 1946, in Badagry, Ajose pursued higher education in the United States, earning degrees from the University of Illinois, Chicago, and Governors State University.
He joined the Lagos Civil Service in 1979 and rose to become Head of Service in 2004.
President Tinubu offered prayers for Ajose’s family and described him as a committed leader who made lasting contributions to Lagos State.
