Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has highlighted the growing role of Lagos in shaping Africa’s urban future during a speaking engagement at the John F. Kennedy Jr. Forum at the Harvard Kennedy School Institute of Politics in Boston, United States. The event brought together policy experts, students, and global leaders to discuss the evolving dynamics of cities across Africa and the opportunities that come with rapid urbanisation. Speaking during the forum, the govern

The Lagos State Government has officially commenced the Boot Camp for the Ibile Youth Academy, a leadership training programme designed to equip young people with the skills needed to contribute meaningfully to national development. The one-week residential training is being held at the Digital Bridge Institute in Oshodi. The programme brings together 50 participants who emerged as winners from divisional training sessions held across the five divisions of the state—Ikorodu,

Members of the Lagos Agrinnovation Club have undertaken an industry-focused tour of the Lagos State Central Food Security Systems and Logistics Hub in Ketu-Ereyun and the Lagos Rice Mill in Imota as part of efforts to inspire youth participation in agriculture and agribusiness. The visit provided participants with firsthand exposure to the state’s technology-driven food processing, storage, and distribution systems. The tour highlighted Lagos State’s strategic investment in m

The Lagos State Law Reform Commission (LAWRECOM) has intensified efforts to strengthen legal awareness and governance through strategic partnerships with local government authorities and community institutions across the state. This initiative was highlighted during a courtesy visit by the Commission’s management team, led by Executive Secretary Mrs. Oluyemisi Ogunlola, to the Chairman of Ibeju-Lekki Local Government and Chairman of Conference 57, Honourable Sesan Olowa. Duri

Randle General Hospital in Surulere has received a delegation from the Hospital Transformation Support Initiative (HTSI) of the Lagos State Health Service Commission as part of an ongoing assessment and verification exercise across healthcare facilities in the state. The team, led by Permanent Secretary Dr. Cecilia Abimbola Mabogunje, evaluated the hospital and its affiliated facilities to assess progress in service delivery, infrastructure development, and operational standa

The Lagos State Government has carried out a comprehensive inspection of the Imota Light Industrial Park in Ikorodu ahead of its planned commissioning, as part of efforts to ensure the facility meets operational and structural standards. The inspection was led by the Commissioner for Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade and Investment, Mrs. Folashade Kaosarat Bada Ambrose, alongside the Permanent Secretary, Mr. Babatunde Onigbanjo, and other senior officials of the ministry. During

Preparations have begun for the upcoming Invest Lagos 3.0 summit following a stakeholders’ meeting convened by the Lagos State Ministry of Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade and Investment. The meeting was presided over by the Commissioner, Mrs. Folashade Bada Ambrose, shortly after the announcement of a partnership between the Lagos State Government and the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council to organise the event. The summit, scheduled to take place on June 9 and 10,

The Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Tuesday joined party leaders, delegates, and stakeholders at the Lagos State Congress of the All Progressives Congress (APC), where Hon. Cornelius Ojelabi was returned as the party’s State Chairman. The congress, held amid high expectations, reaffirmed the party’s internal unity and strategic direction ahead of future political engagements. Hon. Cornelius Ojelabi secured a renewed mandate as State Chairman, reflecting what party insiders described as

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, is set to formally receive Lagos-based student-athletes who delivered an outstanding performance at the World School Games Olympia held in Doha, Qatar, from January 29 to 31, 2026. The students, competing in athletics, football, and swimming across U-11, U-13, and U-15 categories, secured an impressive medal haul and ranked prominently on overall leaderboards, underscoring Lagos State’s growing dominance in structured school sports. A

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Monday received the Senior Management Team of the Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate (PTAD) at Lagos House, Alausa, in a strategic engagement focused on strengthening pension administration and improving service delivery to retirees. The delegation was led by the Executive Secretary of PTAD, Tolulope Odunaiya, who briefed the Governor on ongoing reforms within the Directorate and the importance of intergovernmental collab

The Health Facility Monitoring and Accreditation Agency (HEFAMAA) has expanded its grassroots engagement across Lagos State, intensifying advocacy efforts to curb quack health practices and unregistered medical facilities. At a sensitisation campaign and town hall meeting in Ojo Local Government Area, the Agency’s Permanent Secretary, Abiola Idowu, stressed the importance of patronising only licensed and accredited healthcare providers. Represented by Deputy Director of Healt

The First Lady of Lagos State, Claudiana Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, on Monday received a delegation from the Institute of Human Virology Nigeria during a courtesy visit to her office at Lagos House, Ikeja. The engagement focused on strengthening collaboration between the Institute and the Office of the First Lady in addressing critical public health challenges, including Tuberculosis, HIV/AIDS, malaria, and other infectious diseases across the state. Discussions explored community-ba

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has approved the redeployment of Mr. Muyiwa Adetola as the new Accountant-General of the State and Permanent Secretary, State Treasury Office. The appointment follows the statutory retirement of the outgoing Accountant-General and Permanent Secretary, Abiodun Muritala, marking a transition in the State’s financial leadership structure. According to an official circular issued by the Office of the Head of Service, Mr. Adetola was redep

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, on Friday received the leadership of Eko Electricity Distribution Company Plc (EKEDC) at Lagos House, Marina, in a strategic meeting focused on improving electricity supply across the State. The Governor held discussions with the Chairman of EKEDC, Mr. Olubunmi Peters, and his management team, reviewing the current state of power distribution in Lagos. The engagement centered on assessing operational performance, identifying p

The Governing Council of the Chartered Institute of Directors Nigeria paid a courtesy visit to Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu at Lagos House, Marina The delegation was led by its President and Chairman of the Governing Council, Otunba Adetunji Oyebanji, who commended the Governor’s leadership and governance reforms. Discussions centered on corporate governance standards, public-private partnerships, and strategies for strengthening institutional leadership across sectors

Lagos State Health District V has distributed essential medical equipment to Primary Health Centres (PHCs) across its LGAs and LCDAs to enhance service delivery. The Permanent Secretary, Dr. Oladapo Asiyanbi, led the distribution exercise, presenting equipment to Ojo Primary Health Centre following a needs assessment review. Items distributed included a Resuscitaire, Oxygen Concentrator, Patient Monitor, Fetal Doppler, and sterilization equipment, alongside consumables for in

The Lagos State Wastewater Management Office (LSWMO) has intensified stakeholder engagement to strengthen operational standards within the septage management value chain. The engagement involved the Faecal Sludge Treatment Plants Managers Association of Lagos (FASTMAL) and the Sewage and Wastewater Dislodgers Association of Nigeria (SWADAN), focusing on infrastructure expansion and safety enforcement. The General Manager of LSWMO, Engr. Adefemi Afolabi, stressed the urgent ne

Education District III has elevated several Vice Principals to the position of Principals in a move aimed at strengthening leadership capacity across public schools. The Tutor-General/Permanent Secretary, Mr. Olusegun Olawale Osinaike, presented promotion letters at a ceremony held at the District Headquarters in Falomo, Ikoyi. He described the promotions as recognition of dedication and years of meritorious service, urging the new Principals to justify the confidence reposed

Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu has commended the Lagos Boy Child Initiative (LBCI) for its transformative impact over the past four years, describing it as a life-changing platform shaping responsible and purpose-driven young men. The Governor made the remarks during a visit to the 2026 LBCI Residential Camp, noting that the programme offers rare exposure opportunities not commonly available to many youths, including educational tours to key security formations. He highl

The Lagos State Materials Testing Laboratory (LSMTL) has signed its Laboratory Quality Policy Statement, reinforcing its commitment to achieving ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation. The General Manager, Engr. Olayinka Abdul, described the move as a milestone toward global recognition and enhanced credibility in materials testing operations. The Policy commits the Agency to impartiality, technical competence, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement through internal audi