Lagos State Governor, BABAJIDE SANWO-OLU, has rejoiced with residents of the state, particularly Christian faithful, as they celebrate this year’s Christmas, which marks the birth of Jesus Christ.

Governor SANWO-OLU, in his Christmas message issued by his Chief Press Secretary, GBOYEGA AKOSILE, beseeched Nigerians, especially Christians to embrace peace, harmony and tolerance in line with the teachings of Jesus Christ.

He also urged Lagos residents not to lose hope due to the challenging times in the state and the country at large, charging them to continue to trust in God and have faith in the good intentions of the current administration.

The governor, while commending Lagos residents for their steadfastness, resilience, and cooperation with his administration in the Year 2023, reassured them of his government’s commitment to good governance, the dividends of democracy and more people-oriented programmes in the years ahead.

Governor SANWO-OLU charged Lagosians to go about their normal activities without the fear of molestation, saying his administration had taken proactive measures with security agencies to guarantee hitch-free Christmas celebrations for residents of the state.