{"id":1191,"date":"2026-03-30T07:29:51","date_gmt":"2026-03-30T07:29:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/facthubafrica.com\/?p=1191"},"modified":"2026-03-30T07:29:55","modified_gmt":"2026-03-30T07:29:55","slug":"sanwo-olu-marks-tinubus-74th-birthday-with-food-distribution-open-letter-to-lagosians","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/facthubafrica.com\/index.php\/2026\/03\/30\/sanwo-olu-marks-tinubus-74th-birthday-with-food-distribution-open-letter-to-lagosians\/","title":{"rendered":"Sanwo-Olu marks Tinubu\u2019s 74th birthday with food distribution, open letter to Lagosians"},"content":{"rendered":"

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Sunday celebrated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu\u2019s 74th birthday by distributing 20,000 food packs across Lagos and delivering a personalised open letter to residents.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The initiative, launched at the De Blue Roof Event Centre, Agidingbi, extended to communities across all 20 Local Government and Local Council Development Areas.<\/p>\n

Beneficiaries included Christian and Muslim faithful at places of worship such as the Chapel of Christ The Light and the Central Mosque in Alausa.<\/p>\n

In an open letter to Lagosians, read on his behalf, Governor Sanwo-Olu described President Tinubu as an \u201cextraordinary leader\u201d and called on residents to celebrate his life and achievements.<\/p>\n

The letter emphasised unity and optimism, urging citizens to remain committed to the nation\u2019s ongoing reforms and development agenda.<\/p>\n

Governor Sanwo-Olu also paid tribute to President Tinubu\u2019s legacy as former Governor of Lagos State, noting that his administration laid the foundation for the state\u2019s economic growth and institutional development.<\/p>\n

According to him, the revenue reforms, governance structures, and developmental vision introduced during Tinubu\u2019s tenure continue to shape Lagos as a leading economic hub in Africa.<\/p>\n

Speaking at the event, Mr. Omotoso described the occasion as significant, noting that the initiative was designed to enable Lagosians to participate in celebrating the President while benefiting from a welfare programme.<\/p>\n

He added that representatives from various groups were invited to ensure inclusiveness and statewide impact<\/p>\n

Also speaking, Dr. Afolabi said the initiative reflected the Governor\u2019s commitment to both celebrating leadership and supporting residents, describing it as a gesture aligned with the Renewed Hope Agenda.<\/p>\n

Beneficiaries expressed appreciation for the distribution, describing it as timely and impactful, particularly in the face of current economic challenges.<\/p>\n

The event also featured prayers for Nigeria and for continued wisdom and strength for President Tinubu in leading the country.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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