The outgoing governor of Lagos State, Mr Akinwunmi Ambode, on Wednesday congratulated his successor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, saying the new governor deserved to enjoy his historic day without having him share in the glory with him.
This was as he declined to attend the inauguration ceremony of the new governor holding at the Tafawa Balewa Square on Lagos Island.
In a veiled reference to why he would not be attending the formal inauguration of Sanwo-Olu and his deputy, Dr Obafemi Hamzat, today, the outgoing governor said in a statement on a short statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Habib Aruna that Sanwo-Olu should be allowed to be the star of his inauguration.
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“I have already formally handed over reigns of power in the state to the new Governor in a most cordial and convivial ceremony at the State House yesterday. The formal inauguration should have Mr Sanwo-Olu as the star of the day. I don’t think that glory should be shared with him by my presence,” Ambode said.
Mr Ambode said he had had a quality private moment with his successor and he is confident that with the prayers, cooperation and collective support of all Lagosians, the new government would succeed in the excellent tradition of progressive governance which Lagos State was known for.
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