Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos says the state will continue to be a beacon of hope in the face of economic and social challenges.

Sanwo-Olu gave the assurance at Nigeria’s 64th Independence Day celebration in Lagos on Tuesday.

The event was organised by the Lagos State Ministry of Home Affairs.

“Today, we stand at the dawn of Nigeria’s 64th Independence Day Anniversary. It is a moment to reflect on our journey as a nation, the trials, triumphs and challenges.

“Today, more than ever, we must confront an unsettling reality, a growing sense of apathy, distrust and restiveness among our citizens here, in Lagos, and across Nigeria.

“I understand the sentiments of frustration many of you feel. The challenges we face seem endless: insecurity, economic hardship and distrust in leadership.

“Today, I want to speak to your hearts to remind you of the strength, resilience and creativity that define Lagos and its people. Lagos will continue to be a beacon of hope,” Sanwo-Olu said.

The governor said that the citizens should not lose faith, urging them to remain patriotic.

“Yes, the journey has been difficult and the path ahead may seem uncertain but we have a choice: to give in to despair or believe in our power to create change.

“I choose to believe in us, the people of Lagos.

“In Lagos, we have always been trailblazers. We lead by example, setting the pace in innovation, commerce and cultural expression,” he said.

He reiterated the commitment of his administration to providing infrastructure.

The governor called on Lagos State residents to join hands with his administration to work for the betterment of the state and Nigeria at large.

“As your governor, my commitment is to ensure that Lagos continues to be a beacon of hope, not just for Nigerians but for Africa and the world.

“However, I cannot do this alone, no government can. We need your trust, and I know trust is earned through action, not words.

“That is why, in the coming months, my administration will be more transparent. We will strengthen channels of communication with you, the people.

“We will make our plans and progress known and we will listen to your concerns, feedback and ideas,” he said.

Obafemi Hamzat, the state deputy governor; Bode Agoro, state Head of Service, Ibrahim Layode, the state Commissioner for Home Affairs, were among the dignitaries at the event.

drevillway:
With all the federal allocation and not a single mineral resource!

Lets keep lying to ourselves

Agebab:

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kettykin:
I don't think this is true, Lagos has lost it glory and it is living in its former glory.

Most businesses aside banks are bleeding nonstop with losses and crushing debts.

Lagos pays a minimum wage of N70k but the school fees in Lagos is N100k.

The number of business making whopping end of year losses are now more than the profitable companies operating in Lagos.

The cost of transportation from Mowe to the island, from ibeju lekki to the island, from sango otta to the island is more than N50k monthly, this has resulted in many people living around that axis either sleeping in the office, cars or resigning their jobs ,therefore increasing the rate of infidelity among married and unmarried.


The new beacon of Hope is Abuja

Olachase:
Ogun State was supposed to be ahead of Lagos

but I don't kw what happened

trutharena:
Hope is not a bad thing.

Agebab:

https://businessday.ng/news/article/nigeria-at-64-lagos-remains-beacon-of-hope-sanwo-olu/

iwaeda:


Lagos is in shambles, especially Lagos Island, Agarawu, Adeniji, Isle Agbede, Okesuna, Alli, Tinubu, Oluwole. Ebute-Ero, Ebute-Meta, Muslin, Oshodi and so on. We grew up with public water, but LSWC, is not there, even Ijora office is just there. Most of the development in Lekki axis are by private individuals.

LagosFc:
yes, but don’t you think if your state Governor was doing what he was voted for, you won’t have to migrate to Lagos and over stretch it facilities and infrastructure?

You all can’t be asking what your state government can’t do for you in Lagos which also has a responsibility to it own citizens