Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has restated his dedication to investing in programmes that make communities safer, extra accessible, and prepared for sustainable progress.
He spoke on Thursday in the course of the 2025 Annual Neighborhood Day Celebration on the Police School, Ikeja, which had the theme, ‘From Energy to Affect: Deepening Neighborhood Resilience’.
Sanwo-Olu, represented by his deputy, Dr Obafemi Hamzat, mentioned the administration goals to make sure no group is excluded within the pursuit of a better Lagos.
“We now have continued to spend money on initiatives that make our communities safer, extra accessible, and higher outfitted for sustainable improvement,” he mentioned.
He added that the federal government desires each resident to thrive inside a society that’s economically viable, structurally supportive, and positioned to ease enterprise throughout the state.
The governor reaffirmed his dedication to deepening collaboration with Neighborhood Improvement Associations (CDAs), saying his authorities will proceed empowering communities.
He additionally pledged to maintain initiatives designed to boost the standard of life for all residents throughout Lagos State.
Sanwo-Olu famous that CDAs stay reliable companions whose self-help tasks and group initiatives assist the imaginative and prescient for a better Lagos.
He urged residents in all CDAs to keep up the exemplary efforts which have helped place Lagos as a most well-liked vacation spot.
In line with him, the celebration symbolises a shared dedication to strengthening grassroots governance and inspiring citizen engagement in state improvement.
He highlighted the creation of the Workplace of Rural Improvement, which has considerably elevated tasks uplifting rural communities.
“It has recorded progress in street rehabilitation, electrification, water provide, safety enhancements, and important infrastructure.
“These efforts mirror our dedication to constructing inclusive, resilient, and thriving communities throughout Lagos State,” he mentioned.
Mr Okanlawon Sanni, Chair of the Lagos Meeting Committee on Native Authorities and Rural Improvement, pledged continued legislative assist for rural development.
He mentioned the programme demonstrates a shared resolve to strengthen grassroots improvement and enhance group life throughout the state.
“It recognises the resilience, unity, and collective spirit that outline our communities,” Sanni mentioned.
Dr Nurudeen Agbaje, Particular Adviser on Rural Improvement, mentioned the occasion celebrates unity, sacrifice, and the self-help spirit driving progress in Lagos communities.
He added that improvement below the THEMES+ Agenda stays anchored on collaboration, innovation, and shared accountability. (NAN)
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