Lagos Transport Aide Sola Giwa Resigns to Pursue House of Representatives Seat

Lagos Special Adviser on Transportation Sola Giwa resigns to contest for the Lagos Island Federal Constituency II seat in the House of Representatives.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 8, 2026, 8:41 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from Naija News

Transition from Executive Role to Legislative Ambition

A key member of the Lagos State executive team has stepped down to pursue a career in the National Assembly. Sola Giwa, who served as the Special Adviser on Transportation to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, announced his departure from the cabinet on Wednesday. Giwa’s resignation marks a strategic pivot from implementing state transport policies to seeking a representative role at the federal level. His exit comes at a time when political activities are intensifying across the state as officials begin to position themselves for upcoming elective cycles.

Contributions to the THEMES+ Agenda

During his tenure, Giwa was a central figure in the actualization of the transportation pillar of the Sanwo-Olu administration’s THEMES+ agenda. His office was responsible for various initiatives aimed at decongesting Lagos roads, improving traffic management, and enhancing the efficiency of the state’s multi-modal transport system. In his parting statement, Giwa expressed profound gratitude to Governor Sanwo-Olu for the opportunity to serve, citing the trust placed in him as a significant factor in the successes recorded by the transport ministry during his time in office.

Focus on Lagos Island Federal Constituency II

The former aide revealed that his next political destination is the House of Representatives. Giwa is set to contest for the seat representing Lagos Island Federal Constituency II. He explained that the decision to run for office was reached after extensive consultations with stakeholders, community leaders, and his political associates. By moving toward the National Assembly, Giwa aims to leverage his executive experience in Lagos to provide robust representation and influence federal legislation that impacts his primary constituency.