Sanwo-Olu At 55: Lagos Governor Reveals What He Wants As Birthday Gift

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has revealed what he truly wants as he clocks fifty five years on Thursday, June 25th 2020.

He told well wishers and friends that the best birthday gift anyone would give him at this period is to identify those at the bottom of the pyramid wherever they reside, lift them up by putting smiles on their faces, by that way, they would have lifted his heart too

He also warned against the placement of  any advert  in the newspapers to mark his 55th birthday as he wishes to continue to reach out and share love to Lagosians.

A statement issued by Gboyega Akosile, his  Chief Press Secretary on Wednesday said

“This is to inform friends, families, professional colleagues and political associates of the Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu that no congratulatory advertisements should be placed in newspapers to celebrate his forthcoming birthday.

“The Governor wishes to continue his tradition of reaching out and sharing love with the needy in the society.

“Mr. Governor believes that an occasion of one’s birthday, especially a milestone such as the age of 55, should be a day to reflect on one’s purpose of existence in life and, this according to him, is “to serve the humanity”.

“Apart from the outreach, Mr. Governor is scheduled to spend the better part of the day to attend to many important State matters.”

He added: “The Governor thanks his numerous supporters and well wishers, who may have planned to celebrate with him in one way or another as he turns 55, advising them to use same resources to touch the lives of the most vulnerable people in their spheres of influence.

“The best birthday gift anyone would give me at this period is to identify those at the bottom of the pyramid wherever they reside, lift them up by putting smiles on their faces-that way, you would have lifted my heart too.

“Finally, there is no plan for any form of celebration other than what has been stated above”.