Tag: Babajide Sanwo-Olu

Return of sanitation exercise shows responsible governance – Lagos APC to Sanwo-Olu

The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has commended Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for reintroducing the monthly environmental sanitation exercise across the state. The party described the move as responsible governance aimed at improving public health and city cleanliness. According to APC, the exercise reflects the government’s commitment to environmental management while encouraging […]

Lagos has no pension arrears, retirees remain priority – Sanwo-Olu

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu assured that the state has no outstanding pension arrears, emphasizing that retirees remain a top priority for his administration. The governor highlighted that Lagos has cleared all pension liabilities, with retirees receiving their benefits within two to three months if documentation is complete. Sanwo-Olu reiterated the state’s commitment to treating […]

Lagos launches aerial surveillance patrols to boost crime fighting

The Lagos State Security Trust Fund has introduced aerial surveillance patrols to strengthen crime prevention across Lagos State. The initiative is being carried out in partnership with the Nigeria Police Force Airwing Command, aiming to improve intelligence gathering and rapid response to security threats. According to LSSTF Executive Secretary, Ayo Ogunsan, the patrols mark a […]

Sanwo-Olu lauds Flutterwave for processing over $50b transactions across 36 nations

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has commended fintech giant Flutterwave for processing more than $50 billion in transactions across 36 countries in just ten years. Speaking at Flutterwave’s 10th-anniversary gala at The Delborough Lagos, Sanwo-Olu emphasised the importance of opportunity and resilience in driving Nigeria’s economic and technological growth. He highlighted the need to empower […]

Sanwolu, others extol Murtala Muhammed

The late General Murtala Ramat Muhammed was commemorated in a solemn ceremony marking 50 years since his passing, attended by Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, family members, government officials, military representatives, and diplomats. The event, held at the General Murtala Muhammed Cenotaph in Ikoyi, served as a reflection on his leadership and enduring impact on […]

Sanwo-Olu outlines plan to integrate proposed state police into Lagos security framework

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has explained how the proposed state police will be blended into the existing security structure of Lagos. According to him, the goal is to strengthen safety across the state while avoiding clashes with federal security agencies. He said the plan focuses on cooperation, clear roles, and respect for the law. […]

Lagos govt probes LASAA staff for allegedly diverting public funds

The Lagos State Government has launched an official investigation into a staff member of the Lagos State Signage and Advertisement Agency (LASAA) over allegations of diverting public funds into a personal bank account. The probe follows a viral post on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), where a user accused the agency worker of directing […]

Protest rocks Lagos over hunger, demolitions

Hundreds of Lagos residents took to the streets on Friday to protest the growing hunger and recent demolition of homes in Oworonshoki. The peaceful march, which began at Ikeja Bridge and ended at the Lagos State Government Secretariat in Alausa, drew attention to the worsening living conditions faced by low-income families. The demonstration, organized by […]

Lagos Launches Omi Eko Electric Ferries Project, Considers Lagos Railway Corp

The Lagos State Government, under the leadership of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, is set to officially launch the Omi Eko Project on October 17, 2025 — a bold step toward transforming water transportation in the state. The initiative, managed by the Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA), is backed by an impressive €410 million funding package from […]