Sanwo-Olu urges Nigerians to avoid wrong predictions ahead of elections
Says there's no better way to start the new year than to acknowledge God
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu yesterday prayed for a smooth and peaceful transition, urging people to ignore the bad predictions of lawlessness and violence usually thrown around during election seasons by false prophets and enemies of the country.
In a statement by his chief press officer, Gboyega Akosile, Sanwo-Olu also urged the people of Lagos to continue to have faith in his administration, saying his government has lived up to the excellent spirit associated with Lagos State in accordance with THEMES. development program.
He said his administration during his first term had achieved many laudable and iconic projects across the six pillars of his administration's development agenda.
Furthermore, he revealed that President Muhammadu Buhari would be in Lagos in two weeks to commission some of his administration's signature projects including the first phase of the Blue Line Rail from Marina to Mile 2, Imota Rice Mill, the first phase of the Lekki-Epe Highway and the JK Randle Center for Yoruba Culture and History, as well as the launch of Mile 2 Railway Blue Line Phase II in Okokomaiko.
"As we offer our deep and sincere gratitude to God, in this act of thanksgiving, I wish to enjoin all Lagosians to continue to hold faith in the administration and be assured that the Greater Lagos of our collective dream is within reach,” he assured.
The Governor spoke yesterday at the 23rd Annual Praise in the Name of God Thanksgiving Service hosted by the First Family of Lagos State in conjunction with the Ministry of Home Affairs on Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos.
The thanksgiving service coincided with the 56th birthday of the governor's wife, Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu. Sanwo-Olu said the service, which has usually been held at Lagos House, Ikeja, since its inception in 2000, was held at TBS to provide an opportunity for more people to participate in line with the inclusion policy. of his administration.
He also commended his predecessors, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, Babatunde Fashola and Akinwunmi Ambode, for their contributions to the growth and development of the state over the past 23 years.
ALSO, the Governor pleaded with Nigerians and residents of the state to continue to offer prayers and support for the rest of the souls of fallen Nigerian heroes and their family members left behind.
p>He made the call yesterday when addressing Christian leaders, serving and retired military and members of the Nigerian Legion during an interfaith service held at the Chapel of Christ the Light, Alausa, to commemorate Armed Forces Remembrance Day 2023.
The Governor, who was represented by his Chief of Staff, Mr. Tayo Ayinde, also implored the support of Legion members and relatives of deceased servicemen, saying that no compensation in kind or in cash cannot erase the pains of the death of the valiant military officers who died.
He said the annual Armed Forces Remembrance Day commemoration was a testament to the unwavering support for security personnel, among other social supports for officers.
Says there's no better way to start the new year than to acknowledge God
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu yesterday prayed for a smooth and peaceful transition, urging people to ignore the bad predictions of lawlessness and violence usually thrown around during election seasons by false prophets and enemies of the country.
In a statement by his chief press officer, Gboyega Akosile, Sanwo-Olu also urged the people of Lagos to continue to have faith in his administration, saying his government has lived up to the excellent spirit associated with Lagos State in accordance with THEMES. development program.
He said his administration during his first term had achieved many laudable and iconic projects across the six pillars of his administration's development agenda.
Furthermore, he revealed that President Muhammadu Buhari would be in Lagos in two weeks to commission some of his administration's signature projects including the first phase of the Blue Line Rail from Marina to Mile 2, Imota Rice Mill, the first phase of the Lekki-Epe Highway and the JK Randle Center for Yoruba Culture and History, as well as the launch of Mile 2 Railway Blue Line Phase II in Okokomaiko.
"As we offer our deep and sincere gratitude to God, in this act of thanksgiving, I wish to enjoin all Lagosians to continue to hold faith in the administration and be assured that the Greater Lagos of our collective dream is within reach,” he assured.
The Governor spoke yesterday at the 23rd Annual Praise in the Name of God Thanksgiving Service hosted by the First Family of Lagos State in conjunction with the Ministry of Home Affairs on Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos.
The thanksgiving service coincided with the 56th birthday of the governor's wife, Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu. Sanwo-Olu said the service, which has usually been held at Lagos House, Ikeja, since its inception in 2000, was held at TBS to provide an opportunity for more people to participate in line with the inclusion policy. of his administration.
He also commended his predecessors, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, Babatunde Fashola and Akinwunmi Ambode, for their contributions to the growth and development of the state over the past 23 years.
ALSO, the Governor pleaded with Nigerians and residents of the state to continue to offer prayers and support for the rest of the souls of fallen Nigerian heroes and their family members left behind.
p>He made the call yesterday when addressing Christian leaders, serving and retired military and members of the Nigerian Legion during an interfaith service held at the Chapel of Christ the Light, Alausa, to commemorate Armed Forces Remembrance Day 2023.
The Governor, who was represented by his Chief of Staff, Mr. Tayo Ayinde, also implored the support of Legion members and relatives of deceased servicemen, saying that no compensation in kind or in cash cannot erase the pains of the death of the valiant military officers who died.
He said the annual Armed Forces Remembrance Day commemoration was a testament to the unwavering support for security personnel, among other social supports for officers.
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