The Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Sunday distributed 20,000 food packs to residents across the state in celebration of President Bola Tinubu’s 74th birthday.
This was revealed in a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Media and Personality, Gboyega Akosile, on Sunday.
The initiative, which included a personalised open letter to residents, was carried out during a ceremony at De Blue Roof Event Centre and other locations across the state.
Distribution covered religious centres, the 20 Local Government Areas, and 37 Local Council Development Areas, with the event attended by government officials, community leaders, and representatives of various groups.
In the open letter read at the event, Sanwo-Olu encouraged Lagos residents to celebrate Tinubu, describing him as an “extraordinary leader.”
“My dear people, as you receive this gift box, know that its contents are more than a token of celebration. Therein is the united voice of Lagos State, saying resoundingly, ‘We stand with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. We stand with his Renewed Hope Agenda. We believe in the Nigeria he is building. Yes, we believe!’” the letter stated.
The governor acknowledged the effects of ongoing economic reforms, noting that residents had faced challenges but were beginning to see progress.
“We have endured the pains of the reforms together, and now we are beginning to reap the rewards of our endurance. The worst is behind us, and the best is in sight,” he said.
He further called for continued support in future political cycles.
“The transformation President Tinubu has begun must not be abandoned midstream. The seeds planted with such courage, boldness and foresight are only just beginning to bear fruits,” the letter added.
Sanwo-Olu also highlighted Tinubu’s legacy as a former Lagos governor, crediting him with laying the foundation for the state’s economic growth.
“As your Governor, I have had the privilege of building upon the legacy President Tinubu created as Governor of Lagos State from 1999 to 2007. His visionary leadership transformed Lagos into the economic powerhouse it is today,” he said.
He noted that the institutions and revenue framework established during Tinubu’s tenure continue to guide the state’s development trajectory.
“The revenue architecture he pioneered, the institutions he built, and the spirit of excellence he nurtured are the very pillars upon which the Greater Lagos Rising Agenda stands,” he stated.
At the event, the Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, described the occasion as significant for both Lagos and Nigeria.
“It is a special day for Nigeria, a special day for the Black race and a special day for us in Lagos because today is the birthday of our President,” he said, adding that the distribution aimed to ensure inclusiveness across the state.
The Special Adviser on Political, Legislative and Civic Engagement, Tajudeen Afolabi, said the initiative reflected the administration’s commitment to residents’ welfare, describing it as “the gift of Renewed Hope for Lagosians and residents of Lagos State.”
Beneficiaries expressed gratitude to the state government, noting the gesture was timely amid current economic challenges.
The event also included prayers for Nigeria and for the continued leadership of the President.
