The Lagos State Government has categorically denied reports claiming Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has taken legal action against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) ¹. This rebuttal comes after allegations surfaced that Sanwo-Olu had sought protection from potential arrest or prosecution at the end of his tenure by filing a lawsuit at the Federal High Court in Abuja.
According to Lagos State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Lawal Pedro, these reports are entirely baseless. Pedro clarified that Governor Sanwo-Olu neither initiated nor instructed any legal action against the EFCC.
Pedro emphasized that with nearly three years left in his tenure, Sanwo-Olu, protected by constitutional immunity, has no need to pursue such legal action ¹. Moreover, there has been no investigation or threat of arrest by the EFCC involving the governor or his staff.
The Attorney General stated, “To the best of my knowledge and my inquiry confirmed that the EFCC is not investigating the Governor and has never invited him or threatened arrest of any member of his staff, domestic or otherwise.” An investigation is underway to determine how these false reports originated without the government’s knowledge.
Governor Sanwo-Olu’s administration has been hailed as a model of responsible governance and prudent management of public resources. The public has been assured that there is no basis for the reported legal suit.
The Lagos State Government urges media organizations to verify information before publishing to avoid misleading the public.
In conclusion, Governor Sanwo-Olu remains focused on serving Lagosians, with significant interventions recently announced to alleviate economic hardship, including reduced workdays for civil servants and relief measures for vulnerable populations ².
