Tinubu Inaugurates Rebuilt Lagos Governor’s Lodge In Abuja

President Bola Tinubu has inaugurated the newly reconstructed Lagos State Governor’s Lodge in Asokoro, Abuja, calling on political leaders to protect public property and provide lasting infrastructure for future generations.

The President, who was represented by his wife, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, performed the inauguration on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, and praised the Lagos State Government for completing the project.

Tinubu said public infrastructure should be maintained and improved rather than allowed to deteriorate whenever there is a change of government. He noted that the success of any administration should also be judged by the quality of facilities and institutions it leaves behind.

He described Lagos as Nigeria’s commercial centre, adding that the state deserved facilities that matched its economic importance and development goals.

The President also commended Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for overseeing the reconstruction, saying the new building reflected the state government’s commitment to proper management of public resources.

He expressed hope that the lodge would serve successive Lagos administrations and provide a peaceful and comfortable environment for the governor, his family and other official visitors.

Tinubu further recalled that the previous structure was pulled down in October 2025 to make way for the new building, which was designed to serve as the official residence of the Lagos governor during visits to Abuja.

Speaking at the event, Sanwo-Olu described the inauguration as an important achievement for his administration, explaining that the facility would serve as more than a residential building.

According to the governor, the lodge was developed to support government activities, official meetings, diplomatic relations and strategic engagements with the Federal Government.

He explained that Lagos continued to have important economic and political interests in Abuja despite the relocation of Nigeria’s capital from Lagos to the Federal Capital Territory in December 1991.

Sanwo-Olu noted that successive Lagos governors frequently travel to Abuja to attend National Economic Council and Council of State meetings, as well as hold discussions with ministers, lawmakers, diplomats, fellow governors and investors.

He said the former lodge had served Lagos State for several decades but had become inadequate for the state’s current position and growing responsibilities.

The governor disclosed that Julius Berger Nigeria Plc handled the reconstruction, which began in July 2025 and was completed in September 2026.

He praised the construction company for finishing the work within the agreed period despite technical difficulties encountered during the project, including excavation activities that went about 10 metres below ground level.

Sanwo-Olu said the new facility belonged to the people of Lagos and would provide a suitable setting for official activities, government engagements and hosting important visitors.

He also explained that the project was designed to serve future administrations rather than a particular governor, noting that public office holders should focus on projects that would remain useful after they leave office.

The governor is expected to complete his tenure in May 2027.