Sanwo-Olu reaffirms commitment to Lagos residents’ welfare at Eid-el-Fitr celebration
By Adeola Ogunrinde
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Tuesday reassured residents that his administration would continue to positively impact their lives. He made this commitment during the Eid-el-Fitr celebration organized by the First Family of Lagos State and the Ministry of Home Affairs, themed ‘My Lord, Indeed I Am, for Whatever Good You Would Send Me in Need’ at Lagos House, Marina.
The governor emphasized his commitment to delivering purposeful governance for the betterment of Lagosians. He said, “I am happy you all came out today to celebrate with us. We thank all our Muslim brothers and sisters. We are grateful for your belief in our government. I pray that God Almighty will continue to keep us in peace and unity.
“We thank all our religious leaders for supporting us, and we promise to continue delivering purposeful governance that will touch your lives. Our faith will continue to be renewed year in, year out. We will witness many more Eid-el-Fitr celebrations and join you for another Ramadan next year.”
Governor Sanwo-Olu also advised those intending to travel for the 2025 Hajj to ensure they are in good health before embarking on the journey. “By May, those traveling to Mecca will begin their journey. We pray they go and return safely. I appeal to those who are not in good health to refrain from traveling for the 2025 Hajj,” he said.
Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, in his address, urged residents to continue giving thanks to Almighty Allah for rebirth, growth, and the collective development of Lagos State after Ramadan. He encouraged Lagos residents, particularly Muslim faithful, to be good to their neighbors. “Show empathy, show compassion, be good to your neighbors, and continue to have faith in Almighty Allah’s goodness,” he advised.
Dr. Munirudeen Ar-Riyardy, the Guest Speaker from Lagos State University of Education, Oto/Ijanikin, delivered the lecture ‘My Lord, Indeed I Am, for Whatever Good You Would Send Me in Need’ (Q28:24).
In his vote of thanks, the Lagos State Commissioner for Home Affairs, Hon. Ibrahim Layode, urged Muslims to continue living according to the tenets of Islam.
Also present at the Eid-el-Fitr celebration were the wife of the Deputy Governor, Mrs. Oluremi Hamzat; former Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Senator Oluranti Adebule; Head of Service, Mr. Bode Agoro; Chief of Staff, Mr. Tayo Ayinde; members of the Lagos State Executive Council; other top government officials; Grand Imam of Lagos State, Shaykh Suliamon Abu-Nolla; and Chief Imams of Ikorodu, Badagry, Ikeja, and Epe divisions, alongside political and traditional leaders.
