Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu is a Nigerian politician who has been serving as the Governor of Lagos State since 2019. He assumed office after winning the All Progressives Party (APC) primary election and defeating incumbent governor Akinwunmi Ambode.
With a background in banking and public service, Sanwo-Olu has dedicated himself to the development of Lagos State and the welfare of its people. This biography provides a comprehensive overview of Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s early life, education, personal life and career.
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- Full Name: Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu
- Date of birth: June 25, 1965
- Age: 58 years
- Gender: Male
- Place of birth: Lagos, Nigeria
- Nationality: Nigerian
- Occupation: Politician
Early life and education
Babajide Sanwo-Olu, now 58, was born in Lagos, Nigeria, on June 25, 1965. He attended Government Practical School, Gbaja Surulere, before completing his secondary education at Ijebu-Ife Grammar School in Ogun State.
He holds a BA in Surveying from the University of Lagos and an MBA from the same institution.
Sanwo-Olu furthered his education by attending prestigious institutions such as the London Business School, Lagos Business School, Management Development Institute and the John F. Kennedy School of Government.
Personal life
Babajide Sanwo-Olu married Ibijoke Carrena Sanwo-Olu.
However, specific details about their marriage and family life are not easily available in the information provided. According to sources, their marriage had four children. Two boys and two girls.
Career
Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s career journey includes experience in both banking and public service.
He began his career in banking, serving as treasurer at the former Lead Merchant Bank and then as head of foreign currency markets at United Bank for Africa. He also held positions at First Inland Bank, Plc (now First City Monument Bank) and as chairman of Baywatch Group Limited and First Class Group Limited.
Sanwo-Olu entered public service in 2003 when he was appointed as Special Adviser on Corporate Affairs to the then Lagos State Deputy Governor Femi Pedro.
He subsequently held various positions in the Lagos State government, including acting Commissioner for Economic Planning and Budget and Commissioner for Trade and Industry during the tenure of Governor Bola Tinubu.
He later served as Commissioner for Facilities, Training and Pensions under Governor Babatunde Fashola.
In 2016, Governor Akinwunmi Ambode appointed him as the Chief Executive Officer of the Lagos Real Estate and Development Corporation (LSDPC).
Babajide Sanwo-Olu made headlines in the political arena when he contested and won the APC governorship primary in October 2018, defeating the incumbent governor, Akinwunmi Ambode. This victory established him as a serious contender for the office of Governor of Lagos State.
With the support of key stakeholders and political figures in Lagos State, Sanwo-Olu emerged as governor-elect. He was inaugurated as the 15th Governor of Lagos State on 29 May 2019.
During his tenure as Governor, Sanwo-Olu has prioritized various development initiatives in Lagos State, including road construction projects and infrastructure improvements. He has also demonstrated a commitment to good governance and the welfare of Lagosians.
Net worth
Sanwo-Olu’s worth is estimated at $27 million.
Social media
- Instagram: @Jidesanwoolu
- Twitter: @Jidesanwoolu
