The governor of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu has expressed optimism about the new year 2026 saying that it will be glorious for Lagosians and Nigerians in general.
Sanwo-Olu also prayed for God’s guidance and affirmed that “with God all will be well”.
The governor spoke at a New Year’s Day service at the State House Chapel, Marina. He was also at the mosque to join the Muslim prayers.
He prayed for Mr President, His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu, urging Nigerians to support his bold moves to tackle Nigeria’s social and economic challenges.
The Governor said: “Lagos will continue to make progress. It shall be well with all citizens; 2026 will be a glorious year.”
He went on, “There will be political movements. I will continue to count my days; I have only one January first left in office. No position is permanent.
“Let’s continue to pray. We will never give up, no matter the challenges. Nigeria will be greater.”
Sanwo-Olu, at the mosque, urged workers to be more dedicated. He also prayed for Mr President, his family and all Nigerians.
At the service were senior government officials, junior staff of the State House and some ordinary citizens.
Dr Bukola Oluwagbemiga, Director of Postgraduate Studies, Life Theological Seminary, Ikorodu, preached at the service.
He spoke about reliance on God at all times, using Psalm 121 and John 10:27-30.
Dr Oluwagbemiga implored Governor Sanwo-Olu and all state officials to create a platform and opportunity for God to do his work.
In his sermon during the Muslim prayers, the Special Adviser to Governor Sanwo-Olu on Religious Affairs (Muslim), Dr Abdullahi Jebe, stressed the need for people to shun hypocrisy and work with one mind.
During the New Year services coordinated by Dr Jebe and the Special Adviser to Governor Sanwo-Olu on Religion (Christian), The Very Rev. Bukola Adebiyi, prayers were also offered for Mr Governor, his family and the people of Lagos State. There were also prayers for Mr Deputy Governor, Dr Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, who was present and his family; the Executive, the Legislature and the Judiciary; the THEMES Plus Agenda; all civil servants and their families; a peaceful Nigeria and a greater Lagos.
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