Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has urged the Japanese government to partner with the state on transportation and youth capacity building to accelerate economic growth. Speaking through his deputy, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, the Governor pitched strategic collaborations in electric-powered mass transit and high-tech youth development during a courtesy visit by Takahashi Misako, the Assistant Minister…
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, has called for stronger economic cooperation between Lagos State and the United States in trade, investment, technology, innovation and the creative economy. The Governor made the call at a welcome reception for the newly appointed United States Consul General in Lagos, Brandon Hudspeth, held in Ikoyi on Thursday. Sanwo-Olu,…
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has held the final mentorship session with the 2025/2026 cohort of the Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy at Lagos House, Marina. The session focused on the demands of effective leadership, including listening, making difficult decisions, accountability and keeping citizens at the heart of public service. Sanwo-Olu shared lessons from his experience…
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, has urged the 1,000 beneficiaries of the Graduate Internship Placement Programme (GIPP) to maximise the opportunity by gaining practical experience, building professional networks and developing the skills needed for long-term career success. Speaking at the GIPP onboarding ceremony held at the De-Blue Roof, LTV Complex, Agidingbi, Ikeja, the Governor, represented by the…
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has strongly condemned the vandalism of the Festac-Alakija Bridge, describing the act as barbaric, criminal and unacceptable. The Governor directed security agencies to identify, apprehend and prosecute those responsible for the attack on the critical infrastructure, stressing that the state will not tolerate acts of vandalism. According to Governor…
In a major push to guarantee food security and stimulate economic growth across the state, the Lagos State Agricultural Input Supply Authority (LAISA) has officially hosted the Y2026 Farmers’ Forum, reinforcing the government’s unwavering support for local food producers. Held under the theme “Enhancing Agricultural Inputs Delivery for Food Security and Economic Growth,” the high-profile…
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has visited several flood-affected communities in Eti-Osa Local Government Area, assuring residents of the government’s commitment to implementing lasting measures to address recurring flooding. The governor, accompanied by Deputy Governor Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, and other members of the State Executive Council,…
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has expressed gratitude over the successful rescue of the schoolchildren and teachers abducted in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, describing their safe return as a moment of relief for their families and the nation. In a statement, Governor Sanwo-Olu said the release of the victims brings comfort to their loved ones and to…
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has called for greater collaboration among government, businesses and residents to strengthen fire prevention across the state, stressing that ensuring public safety is a shared responsibility. The governor made the call at the Lagos International Fire Safety Conference (LIFSC) 3.0, themed “Preventing the Preventable: Strengthening Fire Safety in Buildings and…
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, on Friday performed the groundbreaking ceremony for the Luxury Collection Building, an upscale real estate development by Artee Industries Limited, located on Glover Road, Ikoyi. Speaking at the event, Governor Sanwo-Olu described the project as another strong indication of investors’ growing confidence in Lagos as a preferred destination…
