Babajide Sanwo-Olu

Marlians And Sanwolu A Typicality Of 'Show Me Your Friends'

Marlians And Sanwolu: A Typicality Of ‘Show Me Your Friends’

September 25, 2023 2:49 am

In the bustling heart of Nigeria, where the rhythm of afrobeats collides with the formidable beats of political drums, a curious tryst has taken root. Lagos State’s Governor, Sanwo-Olu, finds himself in a swirling vortex of association with two polarising figures: Naira Marley and Sam Larry. While art, music, and politics have historically shared common ground globally, the intensity and peculiarity of this relationship have elicited a mix of surprise, intrigue, and concern. As the lens of scrutiny focuses on the corridors of power in Lagos, unraveling the fabric of these connections becomes imperative, not just for the image of …

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Oba Rilwan Akiolu: The Embodiment Of Bigotry In Politics

March 20, 2023 12:21 am

In a country as diverse as Nigeria, with over 250 ethnic groups and a population of over 200 million, it is crucial for leaders to foster unity and promote tolerance (National Population Commission, 2019). Unfortunately, Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu, the Oba of Lagos, has become a symbol of division and bigotry, particularly in the political landscape. His recent actions and words reveal an insidious pattern of endorsing and perpetuating prejudice against Ndigbo and other non-Yoruba ethnic groups in Lagos. This article examines the Oba’s role in the 2023 presidential and gubernatorial elections, referencing incidents and statements that exemplify his …

Prerogative of Mercy: Sanwo-Olu Approves Release Of 46 Inmates

Prerogative of Mercy: Sanwo-Olu Approves Release Of 46 Inmates

October 1, 2022 8:36 pm

Babajide Sanwo-Olu who is the Governor of Lagos State has also approved the release of up to 46 inmates from some of the various correctional facilities in Lagos state.

Sanwo-Olu’s action had also gotten to follow the recommendation which had been made by the Advisory Council on the Prerogative of Mercy.

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The governor had also commuted the death sentences of some other six inmates to life imprisonment as had been released by Moyosore Onigbanjo (SAN), Commissioner for Information.

The official had also noted that the release and committal orders had …

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Ibeju Community Begs Gov Sanwo-Olu To Approve Oba-Elect

September 18, 2022 8:54 pm

The indgenes of Ibeju in Ibeju-Lekki Local Government Area of Lagos State have made an open appealed to the Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to make sure that he approves the monarch recommendation which had been made to him regarding the choice of the next Onibeju, who is the traditional ruler of the town.

According to the indiegenes who voiced out to newsmen, the delay in appointing the next traditional ruler of the town has also led to a terrible situation where some of the people were now claiming to be the Oba-elect, a development that said can breach peace …

Gov Sanwo-Olu Lands In Port Harcourt To Unveil Wike's Flyover

Gov Sanwo-Olu Lands In Port Harcourt To Unveil Wike’s Flyover

August 8, 2022 8:34 pm

Babajide Sanwo-Olu who is the Lagos State Governor, was in Port Harcourt, Rivers State on Monday to unveil some of the projects which had been executed by Governor Nyesom Wike.

The governor formal unveiled the Orochiri-Worukwo Flyover project constructed by Wike.

Sanwo-Olu commended Wike for his strong commitment to the delivery of physical infrastructure in Rivers State, noting that the governor’s effort has been recognised by all and sundry and has earned him the appellation of “Mr. Projects” within and outside Rivers State.

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He also congratulated the …

Prerogative of Mercy: Sanwo-Olu Approves Release Of 46 Inmates

Abortion Guidelines Suspended By Gov Sanwo-Olu

July 7, 2022 7:46 pm

The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has on Thursday ordered the full suspension of the “State Guidelines on Safe Termination of Pregnancy for Legal Indications” which had been issued by the Directorate of Family Health and Nutrition in the Ministry of Health.

Governor Sanwo-Olu had revealed that the suspension would allow for adequate public sensitisation and stakeholder engagement which would have helped to reach a consensus required for successful guideline development.

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According to him, the new guidelines would not be implemented until adequate deliberation. This was contained in a statement …

Breaking: Sanwo-Olu Slams Ban On Okada In Lagos

Breaking: Sanwo-Olu Slams Ban On Okada In Lagos

May 18, 2022 1:39 pm

In a suprise twist of events, the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has on Wednesday announced a total ban on every form of Okada (commercial motorcycle riders) operations in six Local Governments Areas in the state beginning from June 1, 2022.

Reports have shown that this might be as a result of the recent unrest in

This is not the first time the government had announced total ban on okada operations in these areas, as there were no strict enforcement.

But on June 1, 2022, Sanwo-Olu said the ban this time around would be total and would be enforced.

The …

'Danfo Buses To Be Remodeled, Not Scrapped' – Sanwo-Olu

‘Danfo Buses To Be Remodeled, Not Scrapped’ – Sanwo-Olu

April 19, 2021 3:00 pm

Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has said that the yellow buses popularly known as ‘danfo’ will not be scrapped as earlier reported.

Recall that the Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, Frederick Oladeinde, had earlier said that the yellow buses do not have a place in the transportation master plan of the State.

Oladeinde said the yellow buses would soon be scrapped by the Sanwo-Olu administration.

However, during an interview with Channels TV, the Lagos State Governor said it will be unfair to scrap ‘danfos’ as they have served Lagos residents for a long time.

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Gov Sanwo-Olu Orders Civil Servants To Resume Monday

Gov Sanwo-Olu Orders Civil Servants To Resume Monday

October 31, 2020 4:02 pm

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has ordered the remaining civil servants from grade level 1-12 to resume work on Monday.

The governor had told the civil servants to stay at home since March during COVID-19 lockdown in order to checkmate the spread of the virus.

COVID-19 cases in Lagos has nose-dived compared to what the state was recording three months ago.

Sanwo-Olu’s order was contained in a circular issued by the Head of Service, Hakeem Muri-Okunola on Friday.

The circular said due to recommendation of the Presidential Task Force (PTF) on COVID-19 and the State Ministry of Health advisory on …

Gov Sanwo-Olu Releases Names Of Police Officers Under Prosecution

Sanwo-Olu Releases Names Of Police Officers Under Prosecution

October 23, 2020 6:01 am

The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Friday, released the names of police officers being prosecuted for various human rights violations across the State.

Sanwo-Olu said the prosecution was part of efforts of his administration to end police brutality in the State.

He disclosed the list in a series of tweets, via his verified Twitter handle.

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According to the governor: ‘Good morning Lagos,’

‘Today seems like a good day to get on to the work of rebuilding Lagos and ending police brutality.’

‘To show our commitment to the latter,

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No fatalities recorded at Lekki toll gate shooting – Sanwo-Olu

President Buhari Hasn’t Spoken To Me – Sanwo-Olu

October 22, 2020 1:42 pm

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Thursday said he called President Muhammadu Buhari, to inform him of the killings of #ENDSARS protesters at Lekki Toll Gate, by the Nigerian Army on Tuesday, but was told he was not available.

‘I made calls to the President twice yesterday but was told he wasn’t in the office. The second time he was said to be at the FEC meeting; I haven’t spoke to him directly but I have reached the Chief of Staff to the President’, he said in an interview with Arise TV.

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'Danfo Buses To Be Remodeled, Not Scrapped' – Sanwo-Olu

Gov Sanwo-Olu Extends Lagos Curfew By 72 Hours

October 21, 2020 12:37 pm

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has stretched the 24-hour curfew in the city.

The lockdown has been extended by 72 hours.

Sanwo-Olu made the announcement on Wednesday in a live broadcast.

The development followed the growing violence in different parts of Lagos.

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His full speech:

‘Dear Lagosians, I address you today with a heavy heart, but not just as your elected Governor. I do so as a father and a brother. I do so as one who is touched by the infirmities and feelings of his people. I …

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