His Excellency
Babajide Sanwo-Olu
Governor of Lagos State
Babajide Sanwo-Olu is the Governor of Lagos State serving his second term. A pharmacist and businessman, he commissioned the Lagos Blue Rail Line and oversees Africa largest sub-national economy. His administration has faced criticism over flooding, traffic, and the Lekki toll gate incident aftermat...
Promises Tracker
1/7 kept
0/1 kept
Complete Lagos Blue Rail Line
Successfully commissioned the Lagos Blue Rail Line in September 2023, the first urban rail system in West Africa.
100%
Complete Lagos Red Line Rail
The Lagos Red Line rail project from Agbado to Marina is under construction with significant progress. Expected to be operational soon.
70%
Fix 10,000 roads across Lagos
Promised repair of 10,000 roads. Several thousand roads have been fixed but many neighborhoods remain neglected.
45%
End perennial flooding in Lagos
Promised comprehensive drainage and flood control. Lagos continues to experience severe flooding annually with billions in damages.
20%
Achieve 24/7 power supply in key areas
Promised independent power projects for consistent electricity in key commercial areas. Limited progress achieved.
15%
Build 250,000 affordable housing units
Promised 250,000 affordable housing units. Actual delivery is estimated at less than 5,000 units across all schemes.
8%
Reform traffic management with technology
Introduced some intelligent traffic systems and BRT expansion but Lagos traffic remains among world worst.
40%
Implement Lagos CCTV security network
Promised city-wide CCTV surveillance network for crime prevention. Partially implemented in some areas.
35%