Governors of Lagos State
Complete list of all 11 governors from 1967 to 2026 — 11 elected civilian governors and 0 military administrators.
Current Governor of Lagos State (2026)
Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu
Governor of Lagos State
| Full name | Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu |
|---|---|
| Party | APC |
| In office since | 2019 (7 years in 2026) |
| Born | 1965, Lagos State |
| Age in 2026 | 61 years old |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Deputy Governor | Obafemi Hamzat |
| Spouse / Wife | Dr Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu |
| Official address | Lagos State Government House, Marina, Lagos Island, Lagos State |
Lagos State Governor Records
Full List of Lagos State Governors
| # | Name | Party / Type | Period | Duration | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mobolaji Johnson | Military | 1967 – 1975 | 8 yrs | Former |
| 2 | Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu | APC | 2019 – 2026 (current) | 7 yrs | Incumbent |
| 3 | Adekunle Lawal | Military | 1975 – 1977 | 2 yrs | Former |
| 4 | Gbolahan Mudasiru | Military | 1984 – 1986 | 2 yrs | Former |
| 5 | Mike Akhigbe | Military | 1986 – 1988 | 2 yrs | Former |
| 6 | Raji Rasaki | Military | 1988 – 1991 | 3 yrs | Former |
| 7 | Sir Michael Otedola | NRC | 1992 – 1993 | 1 yr | Former |
| 8 | Buba Marwa | Military | 1996 – 1999 | 3 yrs | Former |
| 9 | Bola Ahmed Tinubu | AD | 1999 – 2003 | 4 yrs | Former |
| 10 | Bola Ahmed Tinubu | AD | 2003 – 2007 | 4 yrs | Former |
| 11 | Babajide Sanwo-Olu | APC | 2019 – 2026 (current) | 7 yrs | Incumbent |
Governor Profiles — Lagos State
Mobolaji Johnson
First Military Governor of Lagos State and one of the principal administrators during the early years of state creation.
Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu
Adekunle Lawal
Military Governor of Lagos State during the military administration following the change of government in 1975.
Gbolahan Mudasiru
Military Governor of Lagos State during the Buhari administration.
Mike Akhigbe
Military Governor of Lagos State during the Babangida administration.
Raji Rasaki
Military Governor of Lagos State during a period of rapid urban and infrastructural development.
Sir Michael Otedola
First civilian Governor of Lagos State during the short-lived Third Republic.
Buba Marwa
Military Administrator of Lagos State during the final years of military rule.
Bola Ahmed Tinubu
Civilian Governor and first governor elected in Lagos State under the Fourth Republic.
Bola Ahmed Tinubu
Second term as Governor. His administration introduced major reforms in taxation, transportation, urban planning and public infrastructure.
Babajide Sanwo-Olu
Incumbent Governor of Lagos State. He assumed office on 29 May 2019 and was re-elected for a second term in 2023.
Frequently Asked Questions — Lagos State Governor
Who is the current governor of Lagos State?
The current governor of Lagos State is Babajide Sanwo-Olu (full name: Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu), of the APC. He has been in office since 2019.
What is the full name of the Lagos State Governor?
The full name of the current Lagos State Governor is Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu.
Who is the Deputy Governor of Lagos State?
The Deputy Governor of Lagos State is Obafemi Hamzat.
What is the Lagos State Governor's religion?
The current Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, is Christianity.
What is the age of the Lagos State Governor in 2026?
The date of birth of the current Lagos State Governor has not been officially confirmed in public records.
Who is the wife of the Lagos State Governor?
The wife (spouse) of Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu is Dr Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu.
What is the address of the Lagos State Government House?
The Lagos State Government House is located at: Lagos State Government House, Marina, Lagos Island, Lagos State.
How many governors has Lagos State had?
Lagos State has had 11 governors since its creation, comprising 0 military governors (or administrators) and 11 elected civilian governors.
Who was the first governor of Lagos State?
The first governor of Lagos State was Mobolaji Johnson, who took office in 1967 as a Military Governor.