An Address Delivered At The German-African Business Summit (GABS) 2017, Titled ‘Economic Growth In Africa – Lagos State Perspective’, In Nairobi, Kenya

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 […]

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 […]

Remarks Delivered At The Launch Of The Year 2017 Armed Forces Remembrance Emblem Appeal Held

Every year, we all come together, in different parts of the country, to show appreciation for the sacrifice of members of the Nigerian Armed Forces who put their lives on the line to protect the territorial integrity of the nation and keep our country together as one indivisible unit. In the past few years, our […]

Lagos State Government Unveils Plans To Build Five New Arts Theatres

Lagos State Government on Sunday unveiled plans by his administration to build five new arts theatres across the State as part of efforts to engage the youths and promote tourism through arts and entertainment. The Governor, who spoke at a stage play titled ‘Heartbeat The Musical…A New Beginning’ held at the Muson Centre, Onikan, Lagos […]

United States Ambassador To Nigeria, Mr. Stuart Symington, Visits Lagos House, Ikeja

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Thursday advocated the need for strong democratic institutions in Nigeria, saying that such was critical to economic growth and overall development. Governor Ambode, who spoke at Lagos House in Ikeja when he received on courtesy visit the new United States Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr. Stuart Symington, said the […]