Former Lagos State governorship candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, has criticized the state government over persistent economic challenges and poor living conditions for residents.
Rhodes-Vivour’s remarks come in response to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s recent announcement that Lagos has achieved a Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of $259 billion based on Purchasing Power Parity (PPP), making it Africa’s second-largest city economy.
In a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter) on Wednesday, Sanwo-Olu praised the milestone, describing it as a reflection of Lagos’ economic strength, resilience, and role as a hub for investment, trade, and opportunity. He highlighted key sectors such as infrastructure, technology, tourism, and manufacturing as drivers of sustainable growth, expressing optimism about the state’s economic future.“
Lagos remains at the forefront of Africa’s economic transformation, and the best is yet to come,” Sanwo-Olu stated. (Vanguard)