…subsidy removal necessary to save Nigeria’s economy By Dapo Akinrefon LAGOS — Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State on Thursday cautioned politicians against heating up the polity ahead of the 2027 general elections, saying no political office is worth the life of any Nigerian. Sanwo-Olu spoke at the 7th Annual Le…

…the retirees say remain unpaid. The pensioners are, however, expected to meet Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu later in the week, after the protest reportedly attracted the attention of the Governor’s Office. The proposed meeting is expected to provide an opportunity for the retirees to present their demands directly to the…

Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has expressed confidence in the All Progressives Congress, APC, preparations for the 2027 general elections, saying the party is working towards securing victory across the state. Sanwo-Olu disclosed this in a statement posted on his X handle on Monday, following his visit to th…

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has urged participants in the Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy to measure leadership by the practical solutions it delivers to society as the 2025/2026 cohort prepares to complete the fellowship. Sanwo-Olu gave the charge during the cohort’s final mentorship session at Lagos H…

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated his Chief of Staff, Tayo Ayinde, on his 62nd birthday, describing him as a reliable, loyal and hardworking partner in the administration’s ‘Greater Lagos’ agenda. Sanwo-Olu stated this in a congratulatory message issued on Monday by his Special Adviser on Medi…

…the authorities say are up to 1,835 metres of roads, were flagged off with Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu represented by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Rural Development, Nurudeen Agbaje. The intervention comprises Asubiojo Street (320m) and Owoseni Street (115m) in Ifelodun LCDA, as well as Cemetery Market Road (…

The All Progressives Congress, APC, has appointed Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos the South-West Zonal Campaign Coordinator for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election campaign. Read Also: Full list of APC Presidential Campaign Council members The appointment is contained in a statement issued by the Presidency on Sat…

…was announced alongside a reward for academic excellence by Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. The governor donated ₦20m each to the two overall best graduating students of the 2024/2025 and 2025/2026 academic sessions. Sanwo-Olu, in his final convocation address as the Visitor to LASU, congratulated the graduate…

…the celebrations.Lagos declares public holidayLegit.ng earlier reported that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has declared Wednesday, August 20, as a work-free day in Lagos State in celebration of the 2025 Isese Day.The Lagos government explained that the holiday was part of the governor's commitment to upholding the cultur…

…battle cannot be won by the NDLEA alone. Speaking at the ceremony, Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu said "the scale of what has been destroyed today, about 300 tons of narcotics and psychotropic substances, is a huge and sobering reminder of the enormity of the threat that illicit drugs pose to our communities,…

…State, hosts of the inaugural edition, has also continued preparations, with Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu recently leading a facility inspection alongside the Main Organising Committee. Rehabilitation work is also ongoing at the Teslim Balogun Stadium, with the facility expected to be delivered by September.

…brand, Lagos Rice, to N57,000 per 50kg bag. The announcement, which came from Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, immediately sparked excitement among both consumers and stakeholders who have battled sky-high food inflation for months. The price slash marks a bold intervention designed to ease the pressure on households ahead…

…the world they know into compelling stories. […] The post An intimate portrait of Babajide Sanwo-Olu as governor appeared first on Tribune Online.

…and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, the operation was carried out in line with Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu's directive to clear the Lagos-Badagry Transnational Highway of environmental infractions, illegal motor parks, roadside trading and other unlawful activities. The commissioner said investigations revealed that su…

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Thursday said the state faces a deficit of about 40,000 doctors and another 40,000 nurses, while its health sector requires at least N100bn above current budgetary provisions to meet the needs of its growing population. The governor also disclosed that more than 1.5 million…

…a CAF delegation in Lagos on Monday, August 3, for a pre-event inspection visitGovernor Babajide Sanwo-Olu confirmed the visit and said his team is working to ensure every detail is in order for the ceremonyLagos is preparing to host the 2026 CAF Awards, one of African football's most prestigious annual eventsPAY ATTEN…

…Creation and Employment, Akinyemi Ajigbotafe, said the programme was part of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s efforts to develop human capital and promote economic inclusion across the state.Ajigbotafe said the initiative supports the administration’s THEMES+ Agenda, particularly its priorities on youth empowerment, socia…

…heavy rescue equipment to support ongoing operations following a directive by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. He said LASEMA was working alongside the Ogun State Government, the National Emergency Management Agency, the Nigeria Police Force, Ogun State Fire Service, the Amotekun Corps and other emergency responders to ens…

…“Tackling Indiscriminate Dumping of Refuse in Lagos”. The report highlighted Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s directive to intensify refuse evacuation across the state and drew attention to the persistent heaps of waste The post Lagos and the danger of normalising waste appeared first on Tribune Online.

Lagos Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has urged graduating students of Babcock University to embrace faith, resilience and innovation as they step into a rapidly changing world, stressing that lasting success comes from courage, perseverance and a willingness to break new ground. Delivering the 2026 Undergraduate Convoca…

…of Ojomu of Ajiran land, Tijani Akinloye, as one too many. The lawmakers urged Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and Kayode Egbetokun, the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), to probe the murder.

…and environmental assessment rather than political arguments. Okengwu commended Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and the Lagos State Commissioner for the Environment, Tokunbo Wahab, for their efforts to mitigate the flooding but insisted that experts should objectively examine whether changes made to the original 2006 gazet…

…State Governor, Dr Kayode Fayemi, will chair the lecture, while Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, will serve as Special Guest of Honour. According to the NGE, the memorial lecture provides a platform for media leaders, public officials and civil society organisations to reflect on issues of nation-building, gov…

…from the once peaceful community. They appealed to the Lagos State Government, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the Inspector-General of Police, IGP, and the Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, to urgently intervene by strengthening security presence in the area. “We are pleading with the Lagos State Government, G…

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Wednesday visited the flood-hit Ogombo community in Eti-Osa Local Government Area to assess the impact of recent flooding and interact with affected residents. The governor was accompanied by the Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat, the state Commissioner for the Environment and Wa…