Nigerians React to Governor Sanwo-Olu’s Harvard Business School Appearance, Applaud Vision for Lagos
Governor
Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s recent appearance at Harvard Business School has
sparked an outpouring of admiration and national pride among Nigerians,
as many hail his bold vision for Lagos and his ability to present it on a
prestigious global platform.
The
Governor was a guest speaker in Professor Hakeem Belo-Osagie’s course,
“Understanding Africa: Business, Entrepreneurship, Political Economy and
the Complexities of a Continent”, where he presented a lecture titled
“Building the Future: Lagos State’s Infrastructure-Led Transformation.”
During the session, Sanwo-Olu showcased Lagos State’s significant
strides in transportation, housing, climate innovation, and industrial
development, while also outlining plans to position the state as a
continental economic powerhouse.
But it wasn’t just the lecture
that impressed—it was the engaging and intellectual exchange with
Harvard’s students that truly stood out. According to the Governor, the
students asked “insightful and thought-provoking questions,” with topics
ranging from sustainable revenue generation to infrastructure renewal
and leadership accountability. This depth of curiosity, he noted,
affirms a growing global interest in Africa’s urban transformation.
Back
home, the reaction has been overwhelmingly positive. Nigerians across
social media platforms are commending the Governor’s efforts and taking
pride in Lagos being represented at one of the world’s top academic
institutions.
Instagram user @akinwaleolurebi commented:
“It’s
glaring that Lagos State’s ambitious and transformational vision
positions her to become ‘Africa’s Model City and Global Economic and
Financial Hub’. Impressive!”
Another user, @oluwayemisiadekunlee, added a more elaborate praise:
“Your
Excellency, thank you for sharing this inspiring update. It’s
encouraging to see Lagos State represented on such a global platform,
and your insights into infrastructure-led transformation are a testament
to the bold steps being taken to shape the future of the city. The
engagement with Harvard students highlights not just a growing global
interest in Africa, but also the importance of visionary leadership in
unlocking the continent’s potential. Lagos is indeed setting the pace.”
For
many, this moment is symbolic of Nigeria’s potential to lead
transformative development on the continent through infrastructure and
smart urban policy. Governor Sanwo-Olu’s presentation and interaction at
Harvard have elevated the narrative around Lagos’ development strategy,
shining a spotlight on the megacity as a model for other African
cities.
As conversations continue both online and offline, one thing is clear—Lagos is rising, and the world is taking notice.
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