Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the re-elected governor of Lagos state, has responded to his victory in the state’s governorship election held over the weekend.
In the early hours of March 20, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared him the election winner.
Governor Sanwo-Olu stated shortly after the declaration of his electoral victory that Lagosians had made their voices heard by re-electing him as their governor.
He said,
“To all of our fellow contestants, we want to salute you for participating in the democratic process, but Lagosians have spoken and have spoken well. They have spoken loud. Please remember that we’re extending a hand of fellowship to you, no victor, no vanquished. In the true spirit of sportsmanship, if you indeed believe that you want to serve this state, you have an opportunity with us and we will open our doors to listen and to give you a space in this government.”
He also criticized the division and identity politics that occurred in the run-up to Saturday’s election. He stated that Lagosians will not be divided based on their religion or ethnicity.
“During this campaign, unfortunately, we have seen very divisive rhetoric which is not a definition of who we are. So, Lagosians, we need to come together and further rebuild the capacity, the competence, and the experience that we have in this city. Religion should not divide us, ethnicity will not divide us. Lagos will come out bigger, stronger, and better,” he added.
