Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Monday hosted swimming coach Dare Akinrodoye, who swam the entire 11.8km of the Third Mainland Bridge lagoon in Lagos on March 30.
Akinrodoye, also known as Coach Dreh, carried out the exercise to raise awareness about mental health issues, particularly suicide and depression.
Mr Sanwo-Olu played host to the swimming coach at Lagos House, Marina.
The governor shared photos of himself with Dare on social media, saying: “Great achievements often stem from noble causes, and today, we celebrated a remarkable feat by one of Lagos’s very own, Dare Samuel Akinrodoye, known as COACH DREH.
“On March 30th, 2024, he swam 11.8km across the Third Mainland Bridge in an impressive time of 2 hours and 33 minutes, not just as a challenge to himself, but with a mission to raise awareness and campaign against suicide and depression.”
Lagosian Akinrodoye ‘Coach Dreh’ Dare swims Third Mainland Bridge lagoon in 2 hours
Sanwo-Olu said Akinrodoye’s story embodies the strength and resilience that define the Lagos spirit.
“It was an honour to welcome Coach Dreh and recognize his incredible journey, highlighting the importance of his cause. Lagos salutes your courage and commitment, Coach Dreh.
“Your dedication to making a difference both in and out of the water is truly inspiring. Your story embodies the strength and resilience that define the Lagos spirit,” he wrote.
