Lagos denies governor ordered to resign on health grounds
Lagos State Government refutes reports that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu was ordered to resign due to health issues.
April 28, 2026
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Source: thecable.ng
The Lagos State Government has rejected a report claiming that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has been “ordered to resign on health grounds.” The report alleged that President Bola Tinubu and key stakeholders were dissatisfied with the governor’s health condition.
In a statement issued on April 28, 2026, the state’s Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, described the report as “false and malicious.” Omotoso confirmed that the governor is in good health and fully discharging his duties.
“Governor Sanwo-Olu is hale and hearty. He has not been ordered to resign by anyone. The story is a complete fabrication,” Omotoso said. The government urged the public to disregard the report and warned against spreading misinformation.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is Governor Sanwo-Olu in good health?
Yes, the Lagos State Government confirmed on April 28, 2026, that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu is in good health and fully performing his duties.
Did President Tinubu order Sanwo-Olu to resign?
No, the Lagos State Government denied reports that President Bola Tinubu or any stakeholders ordered the governor to resign, calling the claims false.
What was the government's response to the resignation report?
Commissioner Gbenga Omotoso issued a statement on April 28, 2026, dismissing the report as a fabrication and urging the public to ignore it.
