Sanwo-Olu appoints ex-commissioner Egube as new Deputy Chief of Staff

By Sodiq Adelakun

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has appointed Sam Egube, a former commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, as the new Deputy Chief of Staff.

This appointment comes after the death of Gboyega Soyannwo, who passed away recently.

Egube was announced as the new Deputy Chief of Staff during the commissioning of 15 ferries at Badore jetty, Ajah, Lagos.

He will be sworn in as Deputy Chief of Staff on Thursday.

The statement read: “With deep sorrow, the Lagos State Government announces the passing of the Deputy Chief of Staff to Mr. Governor, Mr. Gboyega Soyannwo. Soyannwo died today after a brief illness. He was 55.”

Also, in a statement on X (formerly Twitter), the Governor said he was devastated by Soyannwo’s sudden departure and was deeply affected by the news.

“Soyannwo was not only my Deputy Chief of Staff by title; he was a brother to me, an armour-bearer, a confidante and a faithful believer in our collective dream of a greater Lagos.

“His total dedication and service to Lagos State will never be forgotten. My prayers are with his beloved wife, Yewande and their children during this difficult time. I trust that God Almighty will give us beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for this present mourning and a garment of praise for this present spirit of heaviness,” Sanwo-Olu wrote.