All Progressives Congress Presidential Candidate, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu @officialABAT, has congratulated Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-olu @jidesanwoolu on his 57th birthday.
In a statement by his Media Office on Friday in Abuja, Asiwaju Tinubu said "Governor Sanwo-Olu has, in the past three plus years, far exceeded even the most optimistic expectations from his tenure.
"His achievements, too numerous to mention here, have garnered him the love and adoration of Lagosians young and old, male and female. Governor @jidesanwoolu's exceptional leadership and steadfast dedication to the task of bettering the lives of all Lagosians ..."
"... are showcased daily in the smoothness with which the administration of the state now runs. He is, indeed, a prime exemplar of the excellence upon which our beloved state prides itself".
"Mr. Governor has demonstrated uncommon compassion and humility as well as a strong will and steely determination. He has risen to every challenge placed before him".
"In return, he has the full faith and confidence of our party in the state and I look forward to him leading all Lagos APC candidates to victory at next year’s polls.
"Governor @jidesanwoolu, is a man of high intellect, deep political acumen and exceptional character".
"I wish him a most memorable birthday in continued good health and prosperity, surrounded by the love and affection of his family, friends and well-meaning constituents".
"And for all Lagosians, I pray that you know the peace of the Almighty and that you live long in happiness, good health and prosperity. "
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Shortly after he was sworn in as governor of Lagos State in May 1999, there were allegations widely published in the media that Tinubu had perjured and forged the credentials that qualified him to run for the gubernatorial election in the state.
The allegations were contained in a petition dated August 12, 1999, written by one Alhaji Jameed Seriki of No. 62 Balogun Street, West, Lagos, and one Dr. Waliu Balogun-Smith of No. 5, Unity Road, Ikeja. The kernel of their allegations were:
Lagos State Governor, Mr @jidesanwoolu, has congratulated the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila @femigbaja as he clocks 60 on Saturday.
@jidesanwoolu, who is also celebrating his 57th birthday on Saturday, described his birthday mate, @femigbaja, as an exceptional, committed, passionate, visionary and focused parliamentarian and politician, …
…. who has used his office as Speaker to provide exemplary and progressive leadership in the House of Representatives.
Governor @jidesanwoolu in a congratulatory message issued on Friday by his Chief Press Secretary,
President @MBuhari sends warm greetings to Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu @jidesanwoolu on his 57th birthday, June 25, 2022, rejoicing with the political leader on remarkable strides of service in the private and public sector.
The President notes the visionary leadership of the governor in Lagos State, with impact on infrastructure, security, business outlook and public service, creating opportunities for Nigerians and foreign investors to benefit from the economic vibrancy of the state.
As the former Managing Director and CEO of Lagos State Property Development Corporation and banker turns 57, the President believes his vast experience in the private sector will always be relevant in pursuing competence and excellence in governance, ...
The gesture is to celebrate Governor @jidesanwoolu's 57th birthday on June 25 and in the spirit of his compassion for the indigent and vulnerable.
Beneficiaries will have access to quality health care services and drugs under the ILERA EKO Standard Plan at no cost to them.
Nominees will be selected from the Lagos State Social Protection Register. An equal number of the 5000 eligible beneficiaries are to be selected from the five IBILE divisions of the State and will enjoy Universal Health Coverage.
UPDATE: Governor of Lagos State, Mr @jidesanwoolu Flagged Off the construction of the ICONIC Opebi-Odo Iya Alaro Maryland-Ojota Link Bridge …. Messrs Julius Berger is handling this project …. This will be a Legacy Project of Mr Governor.
INTERESTING FACT: This link bridge project was conceived 20 years ago by the government of Senator Bola Tinubu has been awarded to Messrs Julius Berger Nigeria Plc after carrying out more extensive studies.
The Ojota-Opebi Link Bridge has a total length of 3.89km consisting 2829 metre road length with 276-metre Deck-on-Pile Bridge and 474 metre Mechanically Stabilized Earth Wall approach sections.
A major urban renewal project that will restore the aesthetic landscape of Falomo, the commercial suburb of Ikoyi in Lagos State, has been flagged off by Governor @jidesanwoolu, on Friday.
Lagos State Development and Property Corporation @lsdpcofficial sealed a joint redevelopment partnership with @AfrilandPlc, a private developer, to turn former Falomo Shopping Complex to a premium sky-high real estate that will enhance socio-economic outlook of the neighbourhood.