Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu today, June 25, 2025, clocked 60, sparking waves of tributes and good wishes from political leaders, celebrities, and Lagos residents alike. The milestone birthday comes at a critical time in his second term, with ongoing infrastructure projects and policy reforms dominating public discourse in Nigeria’s commercial capital.
Governor Sanwo-Olu, who assumed office on May 29, 2019, has overseen some of the state’s largest urban renewal projects in the last decade, including the Blue Rail Line, the Lagos Red Line, and the Lekki Deep Sea Port development. Supporters describe him as a technocrat with a passion for infrastructural transformation, though critics remain vocal about issues such as housing, security, and rising cost of living.
President Bola Tinubu, in a congratulatory statement released this morning, described Sanwo-Olu as a “dedicated administrator whose commitment to the progress of Lagos State is unwavering.” Several governors, ministers, and party loyalists also joined the celebration, flooding social media with glowing tributes.
Across Lagos, banners, billboards, and digital ads have popped up, featuring the governor’s image with the birthday slogan “60 & Impacting Lagos.” The All Progressives Congress (APC) state chapter also held a special thanksgiving event earlier today at the Lagos State House Chapel in Alausa, Ikeja.
Sources within the state government say the Governor spent part of the day visiting key community projects and social welfare centers, reaffirming his commitment to grassroots development as part of his birthday activities.
Sanwo-Olu, reflecting on the milestone during a media chat, expressed gratitude to Lagosians for their support over the years. “My life is a testimony of grace and service. I remain committed to ensuring Lagos continues to thrive and retain its place as the pride of Nigeria,” he said.
Meanwhile, netizens on X, Facebook, and Instagram flooded hashtags like #SanwoAt60 and #SanwoOlu60 with mixed reactions—some praising his achievements, others highlighting unresolved challenges across the state.
