Lagos governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s leadership has been a study in empathy. Through decisive actions and long-term policies, he strives to uplift the lives of the Lagos people, focusing on their well-being and prosperity.
In his five years as Lagos Commander In Chief, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has demonstrated a deep understanding of the needs of all residents, from young children to respected elders. Making him a true son of the soil, a respected brother and a good father.
This comes as no surprise; Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s extensive experience in public service, spanning over two decades, has indeed equipped him with a multidimensional approach to leadership that is truly nuanced and close to home.
In focus is how Governor Sanwo-Olu recognizes the significant contributions of older adults to society and prioritizes their welfare through various initiatives, including ensuring prompt pension payments, expanding health insurance coverage.
His administration has seen the commissioning of more senior citizen care centers, making it its responsibility to actively promote positive societal attitudes towards older adults.
Furthermore, thousands of vulnerable and elderly Lagos residents continue to benefit from the Lagos State Government’s free medical services under its Free medical outreach tagged “Alaafia Eko”.
These outreaches that cut across different parts of Lagos State, include free treatment of malaria, diabetes, blood pressure, HIV/AIDS, and eye problems with free eye glasses, amongst others.
Governor Sanwo-Olu’s commitment to youth development and empowerment is not a secret. He recognizes young people as the leaders of today and actively supports them through various programs encompassing leadership, education, arts, and technology.
These initiatives aim to empower young people and equip them to become self-sufficient and valuable contributors to society.
Governor Sanwo-Olu recently reaffirmed his commitment to collaborate with relevant bodies to enhance youth development initiatives nationwide.
The ongoing transformation of Lagos’s education system is not only in the tertiary institutions but also in Primary and Secondary schools, hence attracting parents to enroll their children in numbers to public schools.
The administration is working towards achieving the Education 2030 Agenda, focusing on improving the quality of teaching and learning. This has included developing effective educational models and addressing policy challenges in the education sector.
Governor Sanwo-Olu’s commitment to children’s well-being extends beyond education. His administration prioritizes providing accessible, prompt, and effective healthcare services for families, with a particular focus on under-five children, mothers, and pregnant women. Free services include prenatal and postnatal care, routine immunizations, and malnutrition management.
Lagos is truly blessed to have a governor like Babajide Sanwo-Olu, a leader who wears the cap of son, brother and father.
