Sanwo-Olu renews call for special federal status for Lagos (opens original article in a new tab)

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos has renewed his call for the state to receive special federal status, citing ongoing national-level responsibilities despite losing capital status over 30 years ago.

• Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu renewed calls for Lagos to have special federal status
• Lagos lost its status as Nigeria's capital over three decades ago
• Sanwo-Olu argues Lagos continues to bear national-level responsibilities