President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the immediate end of the state of emergency in Rivers State, declaring that democratic governance will resume fully from midnight, September 17, 2025. In his address, the President expressed satisfaction with the progress made, noting “a groundswell of a new spirit of understanding, a robust readiness, and potent enthusiasm […]
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has once again demonstrated leadership by extending an invitation to a Lagosian who had sued him over alleged blocking on X (formerly Twitter). For Governor Sanwo-Olu, every Lagosian remains his citizen, and government–citizen engagement is a guiding principle of his administration. He has consistently emphasized the importance of dialogue, ensuring that the […]
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has reaffirmed Lagos State’s commitment to global economic partnerships at the inaugural Polish-Nigerian Economic Forum, hosted by the Polish Investment and Trade Agency in collaboration with the Embassy of Poland. Speaking at the event, held in Lagos, Governor Sanwo-Olu highlighted the state’s economic potential, vast investment opportunities, and ongoing transformation as Africa’s […]
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has reaffirmed Lagos State’s commitment to expanding international partnerships as he received H.E. Salem Saeed Musa AlShamsi, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Ambassador to Nigeria, on a courtesy visit at Lagos House, Marina. The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral relations between Lagos and the UAE, with particular emphasis on trade, investment, and […]
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has emphasized the urgent need to protect and preserve Lagos’ lagoon and waterfronts during the first Lagos State Waterfront Summit, themed “Pressure on the Lagoon: The Lagos Experience.” Speaking at the summit, the governor described the lagoon as the lifeblood of Lagos—powering trade, enabling transport, and shaping the state’s cultural identity. However, […]
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has announced significant progress in Lagos State’s ongoing effort to drastically reduce malaria cases through the Pathway to Malaria Pre-Elimination and Digitisation Programme, launched in March 2025. Speaking at the programme’s mid-term review, the governor revealed that Lagos is now closer than ever to achieving its target of bringing malaria cases down […]
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Wednesday welcomed a delegation from the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC), led by its Chairman, Lord Marland of Odstock, at Lagos House, Marina. The meeting focused on strengthening economic partnerships and exploring new avenues to position Lagos as a thriving hub for investment within the Commonwealth and beyond. Governor Sanwo-Olu […]
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Thursday hosted the management of the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) at Lagos House, Marina, to discuss new developments aimed at building a more inclusive and efficient identity management system. The discussions centered on strengthening collaboration between NIMC and the Lagos State Residents Registration Agency (LASRRA) to create a seamless and […]
