Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has inaugurated the Judicial Panel of Inquiry on SARS brutality and Human Rights violations in the state. The constitution of the panel followed protests against police brutality and demands for justice for victims of police irresponsibility. The chairman of the panel is Justice Doris Okuwobi (rtd). The panel is expected … Read more
All Progressive Congress (APC) in Lagos on Monday commended Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s leadership, focus and passion he brought to the governance in the state. The party gave the commendation in a statement by their Publicity Secretary, Mr Seye Oladejo. “The unexpected COVID-19 brought out the inherent leadership quality in the governor who led the battle … Read more
……. Adaranijo commended the youths’ peaceful #ENDSARS protests ……Laud Gov. Sanwo-Olu on his commitment to deliver the Agege Pen Cinema Flyover Bridge A former member of the House of Representatives, Mr Taofeek Adaranijo, has applauded Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s commitment to the completion of projects inherited from his predecessor, Gov. Akinwunmi Ambode. Adaranijo, who represented Agege Federal Constituency in … Read more
By Gboyega Akosile Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwoolu of Lagos State is of small frame but he fits the appelation of “small body, big engine”. And he shares some commonality with one of Nigeria’s civil war heroes, Brigadier-General Benjamin Adekunle whose exploits at the war front where he commanded the Third Marine Commando belonged to the … Read more
12 October, 2020 •Governor Addresses Demonstrators In Lekki For the third time in about 10 days, Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has identified with the protests against the dissolved Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS). The Governor braved all odds on Monday to address the protesters in Lekki where crowds of youths camped and blocked the … Read more
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, says the dissolution of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) was a victory for Nigerian youths. Sanwo-Olu said this while speaking with journalists on arrival from Ondo State where he was Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship campaign team. He said that the protests, held across the world, showed … Read more
11 October, 2020 Lagos State Governor Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu is set to mark his 500 days in office. The administration hit 500 days on October 10. For the Governor, it is an opportunity to review the “Greater Lagos” journey and tender his report card to Lagosians. He will, on October 20, deliver a state of … Read more
9 October, 2020 The Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has approved the release of 56 inmates and granted State Pardon to Mrs Funke Akindele-Bello and her husband, Mr Abdulrasheed Bello, who are both non-custodial convicts for offences related to disobedience of COVID-19 lockdown regulations. Read Also: EndSARS: ‘Old Woman, See Your Mates’ – Wizkid Blasts … Read more
The Lagos State Government has again appealed to the commuting public to embrace water transportation as a reliable alternative means of decongesting the roads, assuring that government will continue to prioritise safety on the waterways. The Managing Director, Lagos Ferry Services (LAGFERRY), Mr. Abdoulbaq Ladi-Balogun made the appeal during the Greater Lagos Independence Boat Cruise … Read more
8 October, 2020 Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has expressed deep sorrow over a gas explosion that claimed lives and destroyed properties worth several millions of naira, describing the incident as a sad memory in the life of the administration. Governor Sanwo-Olu said the preliminary and final reports on the cause of the explosion … Read more
Sanwo-Olu, Igbos in Lagos Emma Chidi Ofoegbu commends the fence-mending style of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State in his novel approach to the welfare of Igbos in the state Ohanaeze as a socio-cultural organization of the Igbos worldwide, stands as the biggest umbrella right from its inception as Igbo State Union, that protects the … Read more
5 October, 2020 Governor Sanwo-Olu described Teachers as builders of responsible citizens and future leaders. Governor stated this during his remark to mark World Teachers’ Day. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has celebrated the enormous contributions of teachers in moulding humanity to become better versions of themselves. The Governor who stated this in his … Read more
5 October, 2020 Governor Sanwo-Olu celebrates World Habitat Day, promises to provide shelter for every Lagosian. Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has promised that his administration would create a sustainable mega city where every Lagosian would enjoy good and affordable shelter. The Governor who disclosed this in his speech to mark World Habitat Day stated … Read more
By Babatunde Kaka and Zainab Olanrewaju Oba Adewale admonished young people against seeing their parent in bad light because of their stern disposition. . Traditional and modern political administration are no doubt two sides of a coin that can not be separated. For the utmost purpose of entrenching democratic ideals with far reaching projects and … Read more
•Lagos Governor Inspires Pupils On Patriotism, Civic Duties •First Lady Makes Case For Return Of History To School Curriculum Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, called off the ceremonial Independence Day parades on Thursday, opting for a low-key commemoration of the nation’s 60th Independence anniversary. Alternatively, the Governor created a simple, but memorable commemorative event … Read more
September 25, 2020. Lagos State Government says its multi-billion Naira 32-metric tonnes per hour rice mill at Imota will be completed in the first quarter of next year. The Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, revealed this on Thursday at the FATE Foundation’s 5th Annual Virtual Alumni Conference That the mill, when operational, would ensure a steady … Read more
24 September, 2020 Gov Sanwo-Olu has stressed the need for easier and accessible housing. The Governor made this known during a Policy Roundtable Dialogue on Real Estate Regulations. The Governor of Lagos State has stressed the need for real estate developers to make housing easier and more accessible by building the kind of houses that … Read more
Governor stressed the need for Youths and women to engage in vocational skills Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, says he used to be plumber before his foray into the civil service. Speaking during the graduation of 6,252 students of the 18 skill acquisition centres in the state on Wednesday, Sanwo-Olu said he worked as a … Read more
23 September, 2020 Lagos State Government presents official vehicles to State Judicial Officers. Governor Sanwo-Olu said the measure was taken to make the State judiciary more effective and efficient. In his daring attempt to regularly improve the welfare of judicial officers in the State, the governor of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu today, 23 September, … Read more
23 September, 2020 Governor Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has tasked his cabinet make Lagos a Dubai in Nigeria. The governor disclosed this at the end of a Two-Day Performance Review Retreat organized for the cabinet members. The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has asked cabinet members and heads of agencies to deploy their physical and … Read more