The First Lady of Lagos State, Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, welcomed the first babies of 2025 in celebrations at three hospitals: Ikorodu, Ifako-Ijaiye, and Isolo General Hospitals.
Newsonspot reports that the event symbolized hope for the new year, featuring Baby Olaolu, Twins Osayomi, and Baby Lawal, who were all born in the early hours of January 1.
Dr. Sanwo-Olu, alongside the Deputy Governor’s wife, Mrs. Oluremi Hamzat, presented gifts to the families and praised healthcare workers for their dedication. She highlighted the Lagos State Government’s commitment to improving maternal and child healthcare through programs and infrastructure like the Lagos State Medical University.
In her warm address at the events, Dr. Sanwo-Olu highlighted the importance of celebrating new life as a symbol of hope, continuity, and resilience.
According to her “The birth of a child signifies the assurance that our heritage is carried forward to the next generation. It is a moment of communal celebration that unites us in joy and gratitude.”
She reiterated the Lagos State Government’s commitment to advancing maternal and child healthcare and commended Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s administration for its strides in health infrastructure, including the establishment of the Lagos State Medical University and grassroots health initiatives like the Tuberculosis Ambassadors program.
The First Lady also encouraged residents to adopt healthy lifestyles and utilize available healthcare services, emphasizing the shared responsibility of fostering community well-being. She congratulated the parents and prayed for the children to grow into responsible citizens. The event was attended by other government officials, emphasizing its importance as a communal celebration of life and resilience.
To the proud parents of the first babies, the First Lady extended heartfelt congratulations and assured them of Lagos State’s continued support and prayed for the children’s well-being and prosperity.
“May these babies grow into responsible citizens and nation-builders,” she added.
The First Lady was also joined at the event by the Federal Commissioner representing Lagos State in the National Population Commission (NPC), Mrs. Olayinka Oladunjoye; Female Lagos State Executive Council Members; Members of the Body of Permanent Secretaries; Members of the Committee of Wives of Lagos State Officials; Chairmen of Local Government and Local Council Development Areas and other Top Government Officials.
