Lagos reacts to report of Sanwo-Olu’s forced resignation on health grounds

The Lagos State Government has dismissed reports claiming that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has been asked to resign on health grounds to allow Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat assume office.

The denial was contained in a statement issued on Monday by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and Publicity, Gboyega Akosile.

The government faulted a report published by an online platform (Not The Eagle Online), insisting that it had no basis in fact.

Akosile maintained that the governor remains in good health and is fully engaged in his official duties.

“These reports are not only false; they are an intentional attempt to mislead the public.

“Governor Sanwo-Olu is not under any pressure to resign, nor has anyone demanded his resignation.

“The Governor is well, in excellent health, and continues to fulfill his responsibilities with commitment,” he said.

The governor aide also addressed reports of a political meeting involving the Governor and his deputy, stating, “Earlier today, the Governor received Deputy Governor Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, who paid him a courtesy visit to formally notify him of his intention to contest for Governor.”

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He said the meeting was cordial and part of normal political consultations, with no indication of any health-related issue affecting the governor.

Akosile added that although the governor’s office does not usually respond to such claims, it was necessary to address the report in order to reassure residents.

“In light of the growing disinformation, we feel it is crucial to address these malicious rumors. The people of Lagos deserve to know the truth,” Akosile said.

The government urged residents to ignore the report, describing it as false, and cautioned against the circulation of unverified information capable of eroding public confidence in the state’s leadership.

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