We have just witnessed the inauguration of the Governing Boards of the Lagos State Sports Commission and the Lagos State Sports Trust Fund in accordance with the enabling Laws. These two Agencies, whose activities are complimentary to one another, are saddled with the responsibility of positioning our State as one of the top sports destinations […]
Lagos Marathon: East Africans Retain Star Prizes As Governor Ambode Promises Bigger 2019 Edition
…We’ll Employ Top Class Coaches To Train Nigerian Runners Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Saturday unveiled plans to invest in training of Nigerian athletes to compete with elite athletes all over the world for the grand prize of the annual Access Bank Lagos City Marathon. Speaking at this year’s edition of the tournament held at […]
Governor Ambode Targets IAAF Gold Label Award For Lagos City Marathon
…Buratai, Dalung, Pinnick, A-List Artistes, Celebrities, Others To Participate Ahead of Saturday’s Lagos City Marathon, Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Friday said the State Government has set a target to get the event listed in the annual calendar of the International Association of Athletics Federation (IAAF) that would make the Marathon earn a […]
Goodwill Message Delivered At The 30th Anniversary Celebration Of Pastor Kunle Ajayi On Stage
Protocols… We are here this evening to celebrate one of our own, someone who uplifts our spirits with music and draws us closer to God in worship, Pastor Kunle Ajayi. I am excited to be here because many times, we celebrate foreign artistes and neglect our own home-grown stars. Pastor Kunle Ajayi is one of […]
Lagos Economy Benefits As December Records Huge Spending
…Cash Transaction Increased By N50bn In Four Weeks The Lagos State economy has received a major boost as spendings in the creative sector records an estimated N50bn cash transactions in the first three weeks of December, according to reports monitored by the Lagos State Government. The peak in entertainment activities and the huge influx of […]
Governor Ambode Opens Johnson, Jakande, Tinubu Park In Alausa
…Says Former Govs, True Legends Of Lagos Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Wednesday officially unveiled an ultra-modern recreational park in Alausa, Ikeja, in honour of three former Governors of the State, Brigadier Mobolaji Johnson Rtd, Alhaji Lateef Jakande and Senator Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Governor Ambode, who spoke at a ceremony to unveil the […]
20 Years After, FG Completes Handing Over Of Presidential Lodge, Marina To LASG
The Federal Government on Tuesday completed the final handing over of the Presidential Lodge, Marina to the Lagos State Government about twenty years after the journey to actualize it commenced. Speaking at the brief but impressive handing over ceremony, held at the Conference Room of Federal Ministry of Works, Power and Housing in Abuja, Lagos […]
Address Delivered At The Formal Handing-Over Of The Presidential Lodge, Marina To Lagos State Government
In November, 2016, President Muhammadu Buhari approved the release of the Presidential State House, Marina to the Lagos State Government. This is in furtherance of my request to Mr. President for its release, in our bid to transform the Marina-Onikan axis of the State into a world-class arts and tourism hub. You will […]
Year 2018 Budget Presentation At The Chambers Of Lagos State House Of Assembly, Alausa
The Year 2017 remains a significant year in the history of Lagos State as we celebrated our Golden Jubilee anniversary colourfully and successfully. The year provided an opportunity not only for celebration but also for significant progress in our drive to becoming a globally competitive economy. I want to sincerely thank all Lagosians, our leaders, […]