Introduction Let me begin by thanking Prof. Pat Utomi and the Center for Values in Leadership for inviting me to speak at this 14th Annual CVL Lecture and Leadership Symposium. When I got the invitation to speak at this event, I had no hesitation whatsoever in accepting. This is because, the theme of this year’s […]
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 […]
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 […]
Address Delivered At The Cheque Presentation Ceremony To Beneficiaries Of The Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (Lsetf) Pilot Scheme, Held At LTV Blue Roof Ikeja Lagos, On Thursday, January 29 2017.
Today marks a critical milestone in the actualization of our promise to Lagosians. In the course of our campaign, we identified unemployment as a major socio-economic challenge facing Lagos State and Nigeria as a whole. In acknowledgment of this, we promised to prioritise job creation and set up an Employment Trust Fund to provide support […]
LASG Sets Up 12-Member Economic Advisory Committee
The Lagos State Government on Wednesday created a 12-member Economic Advisory Committee headed by renowned accountant and financial expert, Dr Bode Agusto to spearhead the State Government’s drive to improve the business environment and advance the economic development of the State. This was disclosed in a statement issued by the Secretary to the State Government, […]
181 LG Roads: Lagos State Government Opens Bid For Award Of Contracts
The Lagos State Government has commenced the process of awarding contracts for the construction of a total of 181 community roads across the 57 Local Government Areas (LGAs) and Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) in the State, in line with the promise made by Governor Akinwunmi Ambode. The initiative to rehabilitate the roads within the […]
Lagos State Government Earmarks 181 LG Roads For Construction In 2017
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Thursday said that his administration would consolidate on its infrastructural renewal drive with the construction of 181 local government roads in the current fiscal year, saying the process for the award of the contract would commence next week. Governor Ambode, who spoke at the first Quarterly Town Hall […]
We Will Increase Lagos GDP Through Entertainment
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Tuesday revealed plans of his administration to leverage on the vast economic opportunities in entertainment, tourism and arts sectors, among others, to grow the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of the State and promote talents in the State to compete globally. Speaking at Lagos House, Ikeja when he received […]