On September 27, 2026, Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, gathered with youths, digital creators, media professionals, and social media influencers for an interactive session titled "An Evening with Mr Governor." The meeting provided a platform for Sanwo-Olu to discuss his administration's achievements and the role of young people in governance and public life. The event reflected the growing importance of digital creators and media executives in Lagos' public communication space.
Sanwo-Olu's administration has been guided by the T.H.E.M.E.S+ agenda, which focuses on traffic management and transportation, health and environment, education and technology, making Lagos a 21st-century economy, entertainment and tourism, and security and governance. The governor believes that this approach has enabled Lagos to join the ranks of great global cities. He emphasized that his administration has made deliberate progress despite encountering challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic and EndSARS protests.
The governor highlighted several achievements, including the development of the state's transportation sector. The blue line project has been a success, and efforts are ongoing to deliver more. Sanwo-Olu also mentioned the Omi Eko project and the cowry card, which has almost 6 million card-carrying users. Additionally, the LagRide has been a huge success, easing movement and reducing travel time.
Sanwo-Olu's administration has also focused on the health sector, taking bold steps to directly intervene in areas of concern and pressing needs. The governor mentioned that his administration will be remembered for different things, including the provision of LED lights across various streets of the state. He expressed his desire to be remembered as the governor who created access to opportunities for all.
The governor acknowledged that the challenges facing the state are real and that no one government can finish it all up. However, he emphasized that his administration has continued to prioritize and will leave the place better than they met it. Sanwo-Olu also shared his personal experience, stating that he has lost weight due to the demands of the job.
The event was attended by notable figures, including the All Progressives Congress (APC) 2027 governorship candidate in Lagos State, Obafemi Hamzat, and Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Lagos State, Gbenga Omotoso. Others present included Lagos State Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Biodun Ogunleye, and Senior Special Assistant on New Media, Jubril Gawat.
Sanwo-Olu's administration has made significant progress in various sectors, including infrastructure development. The Opebi-Ojota Link Bridge, for example, is expected to be opened for use by September 30, 2026. The governor noted that finishing touches are being carried out on the bridge, which will also feature an architectural design that will make it a tourist attraction.
Key points
- Sanwo-Olu's administration has been guided by the T.H.E.M.E.S+ agenda to drive Lagos' growth and development.
- The governor highlighted several achievements, including the development of the state's transportation sector and the provision of LED lights across various streets.
- Sanwo-Olu expressed his desire to be remembered as the governor who created access to opportunities for all.
