Ex-Lagos Commissioner, Bosun Jeje dies after serious illness

A former Lagos State Commissioner for Housing, Bosun Jeje is dead.

Jeje’s death was announced by his elder brother, Pastor Adekunle Jeje on his Facebook page on Saturday, 2 September, 2023.

It was learnt that the deceased was sick for long period of time before his death.

The deceased was a Mortgage Banker and served as Housing Commissioner in the second term of Mr Babatunde Raji Fashola between 2011 and 2015.

Meanwhile, the Managing Director, Federal Housing Authority, Senator Gbenga Ashafa, mourned the passing on of a former Lagos commissioner for housing, Mr Bosun Jeje who died on Saturday morning at his residence in Magodo, Lagos.

He made this known in his condolence message in Lagos on Sunday.

Ashafa, the immediate past Senator representing Lagos East Senatorial District, expressed his condolences to the grieving family and the entire Lagos state All Progressives Congress (APC) community.

He described Jeje as more than just a colleague but also a brother and friend.

“The late Jeje, a multifaceted individual, was known for his contributions to public service as a lawyer, banker, philanthropist, and businessman.

“His legacy was prominently marked by his tenure as a commissioner where he showcased his expertise and dedication in addressing the housing challenges faced by the people of Lagos state.

“Bosun was a decent gentleman and a technocrat who dedicated his life to the betterment of our dear state, Lagos.

“He was a dependable ally, always working toward the progress of Lagos state,” the Senator said.

In this time of grief and loss, Ashafa extended his prayers for the Jeje family, seeking solace and strength from Almighty Allah to endure the difficult period.