The Lagos State Government on Thursday hosted the 2025 Christmas Carol of Nine Lessons at Lagos House, Ikeja, to celebrate the birth and reign of Jesus Christ.

The event, which is the 19th edition, themed ‘The Reign of the Messiah’, was attended by the Governor of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu.

The event was also attended by the First Lady, Dr Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu; Deputy Governor, Dr Obafemi Hamzat, and his wife, Oluremi; Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt Hon Mudashiru Obasa; Head of Service, Mr Bode Agoro; Chief of Staff, Mr Tayo Ayinde; members of the State Executive Council; serving and former public office holders; and political, religious and traditional leaders, among others.

The First Lady read the ninth lesson, while Hamzat, his wife and Obasa read the eighth, seventh and fifth lessons, respectively. They wished Lagos residents Merry Christmas.

Speaking at the event, Lagos State Commissioner for Home Affairs, Hon. Ibrahim Layode, commended the State Government for sustaining the tradition of the Christmas carol in its commitment to religious harmony.