Today, I joined my fellow South West governors in Ibadan for the South West Governors’ Forum meeting, where we focused on the major issues affecting our region, including security, agriculture and economic development. As a Forum, we agreed to establish a South West Security

Today, I received the TIME Africa Impact Special Recognition Award for Public Service. I could not be there in person to accept it, but holding it now allows me to reflect on my journey in public service and the work that still lies ahead. Public service is about showing up

Today, at the Rome Business School Nigeria graduation ceremony, I received an Honorary Doctorate Degree in Business Administration with a focus on Public Policy and Administration. I consider this honour a recognition of my personal journey and an acknowledgment of the

Today, we commissioned our new 233-unit housing scheme in the Abraham Adesanya area of Eti-Osa. This project, delivered with our partners at Urban Shelter Limited, adds another set of modern homes to Lagos and moves us closer to closing the housing gap. Our goal has always been

Today, I joined Jim Ovia, Founder of Zenith Bank, and Dame (Dr.) Adaora Umeoji, OON, at the Zenith Bank Tech Fair 5.0 themed ‘Future Forward: Tech for Success - Innovate, Adapt, Accelerate.’ The theme encourages us to stay curious, learn quickly, and use technology to open new

Today, we signed the ₦14.815B Series III 16.00% Green Bond and the ₦230B Series IV 16.25% Bond under our ₦1T Debt and Hybrid Instruments Programme. Today shows what is possible when investors believe in Lagos. We set out to raise ₦14.815B for the Green Bond and received

We hosted The Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Edward Anthony Richard Louis, at the Nigerian Excellence Evening and Gold Award Presentation yesterday. The Award is a transformative journey that nurtures confidence, builds resilience and instils in each participant a profound sense of

Today, I received the Ambassador of the Arab Republic of Egypt to Nigeria, H.E. Mohammed Fouad, on a courtesy visit at Lagos House, Ikeja. We hard a warm and productive conversation on strengthening cooperation in areas where Lagos and Egypt share common interests.

Today, at the 3rd FAAN National Aviation Conference, I had the pleasure of joining His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, as we focused on the future of Nigerian aviation. The theme,

Today, we launched our new Electronic Physical Planning Process System, a platform that will move Lagos’ land administration and physical planning fully into the digital age. As our city grows, the old methods can’t keep up. This new system will make applications faster,

Earlier today, I was back in my neighbourhood, Lagos Island East, a place that shaped so much of who I am, to commission several key projects delivered by Chairman Hon. Muibi Folawiyo, in celebration of his first 100 days in office. We commissioned a new housing estate, a

Today in Kaduna, I spoke at Arewa House, the historic home of Sir Ahmadu Bello, the Sardauna of Sokoto. Standing where one of Nigeria’s founding fathers once lived reminded me how much vision and courage shaped our early years as a nation. As we mark 65 years of independence, I

Today, I celebrate Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, on his 53rd birthday. Rt. Hon. Obasa has shown true dedication to public service over the years, serving the people of Agege Constituency I with passion and leading the House of Assembly

Today, I received Professor Eghosa Osaghae, Director-General of the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs, and Prof. Bolaji Akinyemi on a courtesy visit at Lagos House, Marina. NIIA continues to play a vital role in shaping Nigeria’s voice on the global stage. We had a

Today, I joined my colleagues from the Progressive Governors’ Forum on a condolence visit to Governor Mohammed Umar Bago in Niger State. We came to express our solidarity and sympathy with the government and people of the state over the recent tragedies that have led to loss of

Today, I welcomed the leadership team of PwC Nigeria, led by the Country Senior Partner, Sam Abu, to Lagos House, Marina. They presented the Lagos State Accounting Manual, a key step in strengthening transparency, accountability, and sound financial management across our

Today, I received delegates from the Franco-Nigerian Chamber of Commerce and Industry at Lagos House, Marina. Our discussion focused on strengthening economic ties and expanding opportunities for trade and investment between Lagos and France. Partnerships like this are vital to

Today, I attended the 11th Lagos International Climate Change Summit, where we gathered to discuss practical solutions for a more sustainable future. For us in Lagos, climate change is not an abstract discussion; it is a daily reality. It affects our homes, our economy, and our

Today, I celebrate my brother and friend, Femi Otedola, on his 63rd birthday. Femi’s heart for people is as remarkable as his success in business. His generosity has touched lives across Nigeria, from supporting education and healthcare to championing causes that uplift