I am pleased to be here. I have come with a powerful delegation from Lagos which is a strong indication of our belief in Africa and her friends. We are excited to be at this second edition of the German-African Business Summit. With a population of over 1.2 Billion people and national endowments, Africa has […]
Why Lagos Needs New Waste Management Policy
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Monday underscored the need for the State to evolve a new waste management policy that would not only be befitting for a mega city State but ensure that the State remains clean and safe for healthy living. The Governor, who spoke at a Annual Lecture of the Centre for Values […]
Lagos State Government Receives Certificate Admitting Lagos Into World’s 100 Resilient Cities
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Tuesday received the Certificate of Admission of the State as one of the 100 Resilient Cities (100RC) in the world pioneered by the Rockefeller Foundation, saying that it was a starting point and a positive partnership that would help the State address the challenges of urban planning, transport […]
Address Delivered At The Agenda Setting Workshop On Building A More Resilient City Held On Tuesday 7th February, 2017 At Renaissance Hotel GRA, Ikeja
On Wednesday 25th May, 2016 the Lagos State Government received the news of our selection to join the group of 100 Resilient Cities network, a cause pioneered by the highly esteemed Rockefeller foundation.This news was a proud moment for our State and a confirmation that our efforts to build a globally competitive State have received international […]
Lagos Needs $30bn To Execute 30 Capital Projects In Five Years
…Inaugurates 12-Member Economic Advisory Committee Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Monday said that the State would require at least $30billion dollars to adequately deliver 30 most impactful infrastructural projects over the next five years. The Governor, who spoke shortly before inaugurating a 12-member Economic Advisory Committee at the Lagos House, Ikeja, said the […]
Remarks Delivered At The Inauguration Of The Lagos State Economic Advisory Committee
As we may all be aware, Lagos City-State as one of the fastest growing cities in the world has a vision of becoming Africa’s model Mega City and global, economic and financial hub that is safe, secure, functional and productive. To achieve this vision, we are guided by the 2012 – 2025 Lagos State Development […]
Lagos State Government Appoints NURTW Officials As Ambassadors Of Campaign Against Sexual, Domestic Violence
The Lagos State Government has appointed some key officials of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) as ambassadors of the campaign against rape, domestic violence, child abuse, maltreatment and neglect in the State. Speaking at a sensitization and engagement initiative held at Abule Egba Secretariat of Lagos State branch of NURTW, Coordinator of […]
Shun Negative Values, Vices, Lagos State Government Charges Students
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Friday advised students in the State to fully embrace the opportunities being provided by his administration in the education sector and shun all negative values and vices that could hinder them from realising their dreams The Governor said his vision remained the building of great future full of […]
Lagos State Government Awards Contracts For The Renovation Of 174 Classrooms, 8 New Blocks
Lagos State Governor Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Thursday said his administration has awarded contract for the construction of eight new blocks of classrooms as well as the renovation of 174 existing blocks of classrooms and the construction of perimeter fence in various schools to enhance security. The Governor, who spoke at the Foundation Laying ceremony […]
Impact Lagosians With Your Professionalism, LASG Tells New Perm Secs
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Wednesday presided over the swearing-in of three new Permanent Secretaries into the State Public Service, charging the new appointees to bring their professionalism to bear and impact positively on the lives of Lagosians. The Governor, who spoke at the State Executive Council Chambers at Lagos House, Ikeja, stressed […]