The governor of Lagos state, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has declared his support for President Bola Tinubu’s bid for a second term ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Sanwo-Olu’s endorsement comes as Tinubu marks the midpoint of his administration on May 29.
Earlier, at the commemoration of the 2025 Workers’ Day in Lagos State, Sanwo-Olu joined workers in celebrating the day at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Onikan under the theme: ‘Reclaiming the Civic Space in the Midst of Economic Hardship.’
The event witnessed an unprecedented turnout by various union groups under the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC), which filled the 10,000-capacity venue to the brim.
Sanwo-Olu reassured the workers that his administration would continue to prioritise their welfare and dignity, noting that Lagos remained a sub-national with best remuneration packages for workers.
The governor said improving workers’ welfare had continued to be the cornerstone of his government’s development agenda, pointing out that the administration had remained faithful in ensuring the regular and timely payment of salaries and pensions despite global economic challenges.
Sanwo-Olu called on workers to be patient with the reforms being implemented by the Federal Government, noting that the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Tinubu had been yielding results that would further improve workers’ lives.
He said Tinubu had shown leadership in the challenging period, describing Tinubu as a “compassionate leader” who had the interest of workers at heart. “The President’s reforms are beginning to bear fruits, given the growth we have witnessed in the agricultural sector which has led to a reduction in food prices. Today, let us celebrate not only with songs and salutes, but with a renewed spirit of solidarity. Let us recommit to building a country where every hand finds purpose and every labour finds reward,” he appealed.
