10 Major Achievements of Governor Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State

The Executive Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s tremendous efforts over the state cannot be overlooked. He has proven himself to be one of the few public officials who are still true and honest to the ideals of good governance and to a commitment to focus on their mandates, irrespective of overriding efforts of praise singers. The governor who is currently in his second time in office has recorded notable achievements that have garnered the attention of the public. He has since graced pages of many of our nation’s dailies for his outstanding performance. This article highlights 10 major achievements of Governor Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State.

The Re-opening of Third Mainland Bridge

The renowned Third Mainland Bridge experienced major reconstruction and repair works under Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. The newly renovated Third Mainland Bridge reopened on Thursday, April 4, 2024 (today). Over recent months, the Third Mainland Bridge has undergone intermittent closures, ranging from days to weeks, to facilitate urgent repairs across various sections. These closures have necessitated the use of alternate routes by motorists during the repair periods. The Third Mainland is Africa’s second-largest bridge, extending nearly 12 kilometers (7.5 miles) to link Lagos Island, the business heart of the city, with the mainland where most people live. It was built in 1990 in Nigeria’s economic engine.

Management of the outbreak of COVID-19 in the State

The valiant performance of the Lagos state Governor on the efforts deployed in managing the outbreak of covid 19 in the State is one of the most talked about. He commenced the administration of the COVID-19 Moderna vaccine in 183 designated centres.  He activated one Oxygen Plant at Yaba for COVID-19.  20 Local Government Area (LGA) Based Sample Collection Sites were activated as part of efforts to tackle the third wave of Coronavirus. 10 COVID-19 Oxygen Treatment and Sample Collection Centres were also opened. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu was able to lead a formidable and efficient professional team which saw to the effective management of the situation, thereby curtailing what would have been a devastating pandemic in the state.

Security/Emergency Management

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has revealed the interest of the government in the security of Lagos state. He donated security equipment worth billions of naira to the police:  180 patrol vehicles, 200 patrol motorcycles, 4-high capacity troupe carriers, 2 anti-riot canon vehicles,armored personnel carriers, and,1000 security gadgets. He also commissioned the Emergency Security Regional Centre, Epe, and employed 100 fire-fighters.

Infrastructural Development

More than 51 major infrastructural projects such as the Pent Cinema flyover, ramp and road networks, Lagos-Ogun Boundary roads Phase II, Lekki Oniru Traffic Circulation Projects, the network of roads in Ojokoro, Somolu, and Ikoyi, among others. His administration also constructed and rehabilitated 301 inner roads in the 20 Local Government Areas and 37 Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs). It also commissioned the Oshodi-Abule Egba BRT lane. The Eleko junction to Epe concrete pavement road construction is ongoing. These road projects were executed to bring comfort and success to the people of Lagos.

 Environmental sector

To secure a clean Lagos, Governor Sanwo-Olu donated 30 units of 12-cubic meter trucks, 60 units of 24-cubic meter trucks, and 12 hook loaders which is expected to complement over 850 PSP compactor trucks to enhance service delivery in under-served communities across the State. 38 vehicles were impounded in the Obalende axis, and 42 people were arrested at Odo Street, Ojo Street, Obalende Road, Passport Road, and Kef fi Road while Outer Marina, Mcwean Bridge, Muson Centre, Flag Staff House, Police AIG Zone 2 Office Road, Onikan amongst others have been cleaned.  LAWMA Academy was inaugurated to promote environmental cleanliness.

Construction & Rehabilitation of Public School

One of the major achievements of Governor Babajide Sanwo-olu is his active involvement in the educational sector. His input in education cut across the different stages of education To encourage the teachers, he gave brand new SUVs to 13 outstanding teachers and school administrators on Wednesday, June 28, 2022. He renovated and digitized 243 public secondary school libraries, trained 18,000 teachers under the Eko-Excel program, and equipped 450,000 pupils with e-learning devices to improve the quality of education and make it more accessible.

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Agriculture

Through the Agricultural Value Chains Enterprise Activation Programme, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has trained many youths in various agricultural practices which has gone a long way to giving them a means of livelihood and sustenance. He has seen to the training of over 12,000 women, thousands of youths in the State have been empowered across several value chains.