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Sanwo-Olu unveils two major roads in Alimosho, Agege

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Wednesday, inaugurated two major road projects in Alimosho and Agege.

The governor inaugurated the newly rehabilitated and dualised 3.86-kilometre Abaranje Road in the Igando-Ikotun LCDA.

He also inaugurated the 1.8-kilometre Dopemu Road in Agege Local Government Area, which was renamed as ‘Babajide Sanwo-Olu Road’ in his honour.

This was disclosed in a statement on Wednesday by Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Gboyega Akosile.

Speaking during the inauguration, Sanwo-Olu stated that the Abaranje project, which commenced 20 months ago, was designed to eliminate perennial flooding, enhance connectivity, and reduce travel time for commuters.

“The reconstruction of this famous Abaranje Road is a testament to our determination to bring relief to residents and road users on this axis.

“This project is more than a road expansion and reconstruction; it is a life-changing experience for our citizens living on this road.

“The means of livelihoods lost due to the deplorable condition of the road have now been restored,” Sanwo-Olu said.

The governor noted that the dualised road, now fitted with reinforced concrete interlocking pavement, drainage systems, pedestrian walkways, and solar-powered streetlights, marks a milestone in the state’s transport infrastructure upgrade under his administration.

“Alimosho has reaped a lot of democracy dividends from our government. We have handed over strategic roads in this council to combat heavy traffic congestion.

“This is another critical intervention that is supporting our efforts towards tackling congestion.

“Aside from fostering connectivity, this infrastructure will galvanise the local economy and improve quality of life,” he added.

It was stated that before its rehabilitation, Abaranje Road was narrow, riddled with failed sections, and prone to erosion, conditions that made it a nightmare for road users and residents.

The governor was joined at the commissioning by his deputy, Obafemi Hamzat; members of the state executive council; and community leaders.

Sanwo-Olu also inspected the Ikotun Roundabout, a gridlock point in Alimosho, where he proposed the construction of a flyover to ease traffic congestion.

“Ikotun Roundabout is a critical intersection we are working on, and it is part of the road projects we want to take on in Alimosho.

“There are traffic issues and street trading issues that are resulting in congestion in the area.

“The issues are complex, but it is for us to move in and solve the problems.

“We have done extensive assessment of how best to proceed on the project,” the governor said.

He assured residents that more projects would be delivered in the area.

“I want to assure you that this is not going to be the last stop in Alimosho Projects commissioning will be a continuous exercise for us in this area.

“As a government, we are committed to ensuring that every part of the state is not left untouched.

“I want to emphasise that our vision is to leave behind a world-class infrastructure that will last for decades,” Sanwo-Olu said.

Special Adviser to the Governor on Infrastructure, Olufemi Daramola, said the roads would reduce travel time, enhance mobility, and improve safety for all road users.

“The successful construction of these roads demonstrates this administration’s commitment to bridging infrastructure gaps and improving the lives of Lagosians,” Daramola said.

Also speaking, the Onikotun of Ikotun, Oba Azeez Gbadabiu Asiwaju, expressed gratitude to the governor for responding to the community’s call for development.

“This road will open up access to more communities and bring progress to the people,” the monarch said. (Punch)

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Fuel station fire didn’t start from my house – Lagos landlady

A Lagos landlady, Mrs. Gloria Unazoi, has stated that the recent fire recorded at a fuel station located on Old Akute Road in the Obawole area of Ifako-Ijaiye Local Government Area of Lagos State did not start from her building.

Unazoi said this in a letter dated June 26, 2025, and made available to PUNCH Online on Monday.

The letter, signed by her lawyers, Bodunde Bankole and Co through Adedapo Adepegba, was reacting to an earlier story that quoted the Senior Special Assistant on New Media to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Jubril Gawat, as saying that, “Our people are on the ground; it seems the fire started from a building behind the filling station.”

But Unazoi said her building is the one behind the filling station, and the fire did not start from there.

The letter read, “We can categorically state and prove that the fire did not start from the building behind the filling station, which is our client’s building.

“The fire started as a result of the mishandling of the process of discharging premium motor spirit from the tanker into the underground tank at the filling station.

“When a similar incident happened in 2023, on the instruction of our client, we wrote to the owner of the filling station to put in place enough safeguards that would minimise the effects of a possible fire outbreak, if not outright prevention.

“The said owner failed, neglected, and refused to do so. It was his refusal, failure, and neglect that caused the fire incident and not any fault of our client or her tenant in the building, who have suffered extensive damage to their belongings.”

According to eyewitnesses, the incident occurred at about 4 pm on…, after a sudden blast rocked the facility, attracting passers-by and residents around K Farms Estate in the council area.

Residents alleged that the inferno started from the underground fuel tanks before spreading to other parts of the station, which prompted the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service to barricade the entrance to prevent human interference in the rescue operations.

Spokesperson for the Lagos Fire and Rescue Service, Shakiru Amodu, said that the inferno was immediately curtailed from spreading to adjoining property. (Punch)

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Lagos political storm clears as Tinubu forgives Sanwo-Olu in GAC-brokered truce

The political storm cloud hanging over Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, was swept away yesterday as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu gave him a public endorsement, dispelling lingering speculations of a rift between them.

At a high-stakes reconciliation meeting held at the President’s private residence in Ikoyi, Lagos, Tinubu, long regarded as Sanwo-Olu’s political mentor and benefactor, reportedly declared: “All is over. There is no need to beat around the bush or go into unnecessary talk. Continue with your work.”

The remarks were made before key members of the Lagos State Governance Advisory Council (GAC), the apex decision-making body of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state, led by its chairman, Tajudeen Olusi. The council had accompanied Sanwo-Olu to plead for forgiveness and reaffirm political loyalty.

This dramatic intervention followed days of swirling rumours and public tension. Since Tinubu’s arrival in Lagos last week, Sanwo-Olu had been visibly sidelined from major public engagements. The situation reached a climax when Tinubu appeared to snub the governor by refusing a handshake during a public event, an act that set off a firestorm of speculations over a fallout ahead of the 2027 elections.

Sources told The Guardian that the reconciliation meeting was facilitated after behind-the-scenes efforts by influential GAC members, who were alarmed by the escalating political drama. Olusi, in particular, was said to have appealed to Tinubu to forgive the governor, acknowledging that the President had been visibly unhappy with certain developments in Lagos.

Chairman of the GAC, Alhaji Olusi, reportedly told the President: “We know you are not pleased with some of us, especially the governor. We ask for mercy.”

In response, Tinubu, according to multiple sources present at the meeting, said: “It’s all over now. All is forgiven.”

The President also told Sanwo-Olu and the GAC members to go ahead with the planned local government elections scheduled to be held on July 12, saying, “I am too busy for council matters. Go ahead and ensure the right thing is done. Give fair opportunities to everyone.”

At that moment, Sanwo-Olu and members of the council were said to have prostrated before the President in a symbolic gesture of reconciliation and loyalty.

Though neither Sanwo-Olu nor Tinubu publicly confirmed a dispute, APC insiders at national, zonal, and state levels had hinted at growing friction. Sources cited Sanwo-Olu’s alleged attempts to assert greater independence by marginalising Tinubu loyalists within the state’s political structure. (Guardian)