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Otti Lauds Sanwo-Olu at Invest Lagos 3.0, Outlines Abia’s Economic Drive

June 9, 2026

Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, has commended Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, for providing a platform for subnational governments to showcase their investment potential, describing the initiative as a model of

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Lagos Signs New Power Deals, Adopts ‘No Power, No Pay’ Model to Boost Supply

April 27, 2026

The Lagos State Government has signed new Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) with three Independent Power Producers as part of efforts to strengthen electricity supply to critical infrastructure and expand generation capacity across

Lagos Gov Sanwo-olu Under Fire Over ‘N7.5m Fragrance, N18m Christmas Chickens’

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Sanwo-Olu Commissions Lagos Electricity Regulatory Board to Reform Power Sector

March 10, 2026

Governor Babajide Sanwo‑Olu on Monday, inaugurated the five-member Board of the Lagos State Electricity Regulatory Commission (LASERC), marking a major milestone in implementing the Lagos State Electricity Law 2024 and strengthening the

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Sanwo-Olu Hails Lagosians For Peaceful LG Election

July 14, 2025

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has expressed gratitude to the people of Lagos State for their peaceful participation in Saturday’s local government elections. The Governor commended the electorate for turning out to perform their

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EFCC Reacts To Alleged Link Of Achimugu’s Investigation To Atiku, Sanwo-Olu

March 29, 2025

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has debunked reports linking its investigations of Ms. Aisha Achimugu with former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, and Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu. The Commission in

Business News·News

Governor Sanwo-Olu Set To Unveil Lagos’ First Syringe Factory In Amuwo Odofin

March 13, 2025

Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, is set to unveil the state’s first indigenous syringe manufacturing factory in Amuwo Odofin today, 13 March 2025. The O-Care Disposable Syringe factory has the capacity

Sanw olu signs Lagos Electricity Bill into law

News·Power

Sanwo-Olu Signs Into Law Electricity Bill For Sustainable Power In Lagos

December 3, 2024

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has signed the State Electricity Bill 2024 into law, paving the way for addressing power crisis in the state. In a post on his X handle on

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Protests Won’t Lower Food Prices, Grow Economy – Sanwo-Olu

August 1, 2024

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has said organising nationwide protests won’t solve Nigeria’s economic problems overnight, but could worsen the situation. The governor noted that the right to protest is a legitimate

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Obi, Sanwo-Olu Express Shock Over Ifeanyi Ubah’s Death

July 27, 2024

Mr Peter Obi and Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, have expressed shock over the death of Senator Ifeanyi Ubah. In a statement via his verified X handle, Mr Obi, a former governor

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Sanwo-Olu Mourns Deputy Chief Of Staff Soyannwo

May 15, 2024

Lagos Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has expressed sorrow over the passing of his Deputy Chief of Staff, Gboyega Soyannwo.

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Sanwo-Olu Hails Lagosians Over Hitch-free ‘Ounje Eko’ Market Scheme On Sunday

March 25, 2024

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has applauded the smooth conduct of residents during the “Ounjè Eko” Sunday markets held for the second time in the state yesterday.

News·Politics

Akande Is A True Disciple Of Awolowo – Tinubu

January 17, 2024

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and ex-Governor of Osun State, Chief Adebisi Akande, on the occasion of his 85th birthday celebration.

Just In: Gov Sanwo-Olu Presents N2.246trn Budget

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Yuletide: Sanwo-Olu Frees 246 Inmates, Alters Fate Of 39, In Push For Justice Reform

December 30, 2023

Ahead of the New Year Celebrations, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has authorized the release of 246 inmates from various correctional facilities in Lagos State. This decision, made under the constitutional provisions, marks a

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Just In: Gov Sanwo-Olu Presents N2.246trn Budget For 2024

December 13, 2023

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Wednesday presented a N2.246 trillion budget proposal for the 2024 fiscal year.

News·Politics

Former Lagos Gubernatorial Aspirant Tasks Lagos Government On Budgets, Procurement Awards

November 23, 2023

Former gubernatorial aspirant of the African Democratic Congress, Funso Doherty has praised the effort of the Lagos state government to address the controversies surrounding the outrageous budgets and procurement undertaken by the

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Lagos Gov Sanwo-olu Under Fire Over ‘N7.5m Fragrance, N18m Christmas Chickens’

November 20, 2023

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has come under criticism for reportedly approving the sums of N7.5 million to replace liquid fragrance in his office and N3 billion to purchase rechargeable fans

Lagos Governor Commissions Yaba Flyover Bridge

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Governor Sanwo-Olu Commissions Yaba Flyover Bridge In Lagos

November 3, 2023

Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, commissioned the Yaba Flyover bridge on Thursday, stating that the project will make life easy for residents of the area.

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Lagos Tribunal Affirms Sanwo-Olu’s Election As Governor

September 25, 2023

The Lagos State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal has upheld the declaration of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, as winner of the March 18 election in the state. Prime Business Africa reports that the tribunal

Business News·News·Transport

Sanwo-Olu Leads Inaugural Ride as Lagos Blue Line Commences Passenger Operations

September 5, 2023

Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu became the first passenger to embark on a journey as the Blue Line commences passenger operations. This marks a significant milestone in the city’s transportation history. Hundreds of

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Lagos State Assembly Approves 22, Rejects 17 Commissioners-Nominees

August 23, 2023

The Lagos State House of Assembly took a bold stance on Wednesday by confirming 22 out of the 39 commissioner-nominees put forward by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for screening. In an unprecedented move

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Nigerians React To Lagos State Gov’t’s Decision To Charge For Proof Of Vehicle Ownership

June 28, 2023

Nigerians have spoken against the decision of the Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, after he approved the vehicle ownership verification fee, also known as the Proof of Ownership Certificate (POC). This

Business News

Sanwo-Olu Ends 50% Cut In Lagos Bus Fares After Re-election

March 29, 2023

The Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has discontinued the 50 per cent reduction in the fares of government buses. Sanwo-Olu had slashed bus prices by 50 per cent on 8 February

2023 Elections·News·Politics

Sanwo-Olu’s Victory True Reflection Of Peoples Mandate – Election Observers

March 20, 2023

Election Observers on the platform of the National Observer Group (NOG) have adjudged the just concluded Governorship and State Assembly elections in Lagos State as a credible, transparent, free, fair, and gender-friendly

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Sanwo-Olu Donates ₦100m To Victims Of Akere Market Fire In Lagos

March 16, 2023

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has donated the sum of ₦100 million to traders in the burnt Akere Motor Parts and Allied Dealers Association (AMPADA) in

Lagos Govt Reopens Alayabiagba Market With Sanitation Focus

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Train Crash: Sanwo-Olu Expresses Shock, Commiserates With Victims’ Families

March 10, 2023

Babajide Sanwo-Olu has expressed deep shock and sorrow over the early Thursday morning accident involving a train and a Lagos State Government staff bus, which happened between Shogunle and Ikeja axis.

Business News·Top Stories

Sanwo-Olu Agrees To Meet Lagos Bus Drivers Protesting Extortion

November 1, 2022

The Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has agreed to meet with members of the National Union of Road and Transport Workers (NURTW) and the Road Transport Employers Association of Nigeria (RTEAN)

Politics

AA Governorship Candidate Tackles Sanwo-Olu Over Lagos Bus Drivers’ Protest

October 31, 2022

The Lagos State governorship candidate of the Action Alliance (AA), Tope AbdurRazaq Balogun, has condemned Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s government for snubbing the complaints of Lagos commercial bus drivers. Prime Business Africa had

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Sanwo-Olu Directs Security Agencies To Step Up Vigilance In Parts Of Lagos For Safety

August 7, 2022

To tackle security threats in different parts of Lagos, the State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has directed security agencies to step up their efforts ensuring vigilance for safety of residents. The governor gave

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Sanwo-Olu Congratulates Oyebanji For Ekiti Guber Victory

June 19, 2022

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has congratulated the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Mr. Abiodun Abayomi Oyebanji on his resounding victory in Saturday’s governorship election in Ekiti State. Governor Sanwo-Olu described

Sports

Lagos Governor Sanwo-Olu To Lead Nigeria Government’s Delegation To 2021 AFCON

January 4, 2022

A high powered Federal Government delegation to the forthcoming 2021 Africa Cup of Nations starting on Sunday in Cameroon will be led by Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. The

Lagos Bus Drivers To Stop Work On Monday Over Extortion By Thugs, Others

Transport

LASTMA’s Negative Image In Lagos Can Be Fixed – Ex General Manager

The General Manager of Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), Engr. Olajide Oduyoye is not your regular public servant. A UK-trained transportation management professional, barely two years as the head of the organisation, Oduyoye has introduced reforms that if allowed to bear

June 22, 2021

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