Gov Sanwo-Olu spotted buying ‘Boli’ along Lagos-Ibadan expressway; Netizens react (Video)

Posted by admin Governors, Headlines, Lagos, State News, Today's Politics Saturday, September 23rd, 2023

By Akinwande Idowu

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has caused a buzz online as he was spotted buying 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, delighted many residents.

Gov. Sanwo-Olu spotted buying ‘Boli’ along Lagos-Ibadan expressway; Netizens React(Video)

In the video, Governor Sanwo-Olu is seen engaging with contractors and workers on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway, addressing issues related to containers causing obstructions and accidents on the highway.

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 said; “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 said; “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 said; Shey na “after election” campaign be this?

@olaofeoladotun said; “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 said; “I love the boli woman’s calmness. I’m sure her month is made already with this.”

@_Olorioko said; “Them go hear am for that market, the mama go dey shout “Boli mi ni Gomina ma’n je” ??

@thoye8 said; “3rd term loading. Heaven will not Fall. GRACEY.”

@Ebonyskinned said; I love how composed the boil woman is. No gragra.. She’s really Calm…

@The_Voltronseer said; “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”

See Video below;