(In Nigeria) Babajide Sanwo-Olu Turns 60: Praise and Criticism Trail Lagos Governor's Birthday

 

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, affectionately known as "Mr. Governor," is making waves in Nigeria as he celebrates his 60th birthday today, June 25, 2025.

Taking to the timeline, some netizens highlighted positive ways the governor transformed the city of Lagos, while others have criticised him for his alleged personal involvement in some issues, such as The EndSARS Lekki Tollgate massacre, which occurred in 2020.

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Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu has served as the governor of Lagos State since 2019.

Sanwo-Olu became governor under the platform of the All Progressives Congress after winning the APC gubernatorial primaries against then-incumbent governor Akinwunmi Ambode, who had fallen out of favour with his alleged political sponsor.

He is a graduate of the University of Lagos, London Business School, Lagos Business School, and the John F. Kennedy School of Government.