Lagos State Governor, Mr Akinwunmi Ambode on Wednesday signed into law the anti-kidnapping bill recently passed by the State House of Assembly, with a pledge to ensure its full implementation to eradicate kidnapping once and for all in the State. The Prohibition of the Act of Kidnapping Law imposes a penalty of life imprisonment on […]
Address Delivered At The Swearing In Ceremony Of Three Newly Appointed Permanent Secretaries On Wednesday 1st February, 2017 At Lagos House, Ikeja
As the Centre of Excellence, appointments into public offices in the Lagos State Civil Service are dictated by merit, integrity and a record of selfless service. These were the criteria for the selection of the three Permanent Secretaries who have just been sworn-in today. As a government, we believe strongly that to maintain and surpass […]
Remarks Delivered At The Signing Into Law Bills On Kidnapping, Sports Trust Fund And Sports Commission On Wednesday 1st February 2017 At Lagos House, Ikeja
I have just signed into law three very important bills: The Prohibition of the Act of Kidnapping The Sports Trust Fund Law, and the The Sport Commission Law These laws have been enacted to address key issues bordering on security and effectively harnessing the potentials in the sports sector. In recent times, kidnapping has become […]
Functional Judicial System Critical To Economic Growth
Vice President, Professor Yemi Osinbajo on Monday identified delay in the administration of justice as a major challenge that must be jointly tackled by all relevant stakeholders in the justice sector, just as he urged judges, lawyers and others to change their attitudes and stand up for what is right. Speaking at the opening ceremony […]
We’ll Explore Arts, Entertainment Sector To Overcome Recession
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Friday evening said that his administration will continue to harness the massive potentials and creativity that abound in the arts and entertainment sector not only to boost the State’s economy but also to lead the drive to get the nation out of recession. The Governor, who spoke at […]
Brief Report On The Activities Of Lagos State Public Works Corporation From Monday January 23rd – Friday January 27th, 2017
Lagos State Public Works Corporation this week carried out Maintenance/Palliative works on the underlisted roads in the following Local Government Areas. AGEGE LOCAL GOVERNMENT Alexandra road, Agege Ayige street/Salawu street/Orile Road, Agege Oko Oba road, Orile, Agege Ayige street, Agege Agbotikuyo Axis, Agege Agege Motor road, Bolade inward Cappa, Agege ALIMOSHO LOCAL GOVERNMENT Ikotun/Ijesha […]
Lagos State Government Vows To Preserve Lagos Historical And Cultural Heritage
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Friday expressed the resolve of his administration to continue to preserve cultural and historical sites across the State and develop them to international standard to boost tourism, employment generation and relaxation. Governor Ambode, who stated this while commissioning the newly upgraded Tinubu Square Fountain in Lagos Island, said […]
Address Delivered At The Rasheed Gbadamosi Art Exhibition Held At Eko Hotel And Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos
It is with great delight that I welcome everyone to this maiden edition of the Rasheed Gbadamosi Eko Art Expo. This is an important event for us in Lagos State because it seeks to play three important roles. The first is the obvious reason why we are all here – to appreciate the great talents […]
Lagos State Government Launches First Online Platform To Interact With Citizens
The Lagos State Government on Thursday launched a mobile app to facilitate interaction and provision of services between government and the citizens from the comfort of their homes and offices without necessarily paying a visit to government establishments where such services are being provided. The mobile app, otherwise known as Citizens Gate under the Citizens […]
Lagos State Government Disburses N1bn To 705 Beneficiaries Of N25bn ETF
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Thursday presented cheques worth over N1billion to 705 beneficiaries of the Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (ETF) pilot scheme, charging them to utilize the funds responsibly to grow their businesses, create jobs for the unemployed youths and contribute to the growth of the Lagos economy. Governor Ambode, who […]