Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has caused quite a stir online by making an unexpected stop to purchase roasted plantain (Boli) from a roadside vendor after conducting an inspection along the Lagos-Ibadan expressway.
The incident, captured in a video shared by the Governor’s Senior Special Assistant on New Media, Jubril Gawat, brought delight to many residents.
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In the video, Governor Sanwo-Olu can be seen engaging with contractors and workers on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway, addressing issues related to containers causing obstructions and accidents on the highway.
[/p]The Governor made it clear that such disruptions would no longer be tolerated, emphasizing the importance of safety and order on the roads.
However, it was the unexpected stop at a roadside Boli (Bole) seller that truly captured the hearts of Lagosians.
After a long day of work and continuous engagement on road safety matters, Governor Sanwo-Olu decided to unwind by indulging in some roasted plantains.
“After a long day of Work and continuous PARA by Governor @jidesanwoolu around Lagos Badagry Expressway, We all used BOLI (Bole) to step down the tension as we headed back home. 😁😁 #GreaterLagosRising,” the video caption read.
Netizens Reactions...
@Famesimon1 remarked, “Why is he giving that woman little token or exact money for the( Boli)? As a Governor there should be a difference that he visited her.”
@Bigmay07 shared humor, “Every popular people always want enjoy this kind of freedom again cos no be easy things for them to get lol. His a real one here 😆.”
@Tobiloba_O questioned, "Shey na 'after-election' campaign be this? 🫣🤷🏾♂️"
@olaofeoladotun urged action, "Pls let get to work this pr will not work. the road in baruwa bus stop in Ayobo Ipaja road is not good. I am not LP or pdp I just want a better Lagos."
@Tesguru appreciated the Boli seller's composure, "I love the boli woman’s calmness. I’m sure her month is made already with this."
@_Olorioko playfully imagined the market scene, "Them go hear am for that market, the mama go dey shout “Boli mi ni Gomina ma’n je” 😂"
@thoye8 hinted at a future campaign, "3rd term loading. Heaven will not Fall. GRACEY."
@Ebonyskinned admired the Boli seller's composure, "I love how composed the boil woman is. No gragra.. She’s really Calm…”
@The_Voltronseer commended the Governor, "If this was done during elections, the children of p*rdition would have been shouting it was for photo ops. Well done Mr. Governor #Agreaterlagos."
You can watch the video of this delightful moment below: