Six additional permanent secretaries have been sworn in by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State, increasing the total number of secretaries appointed under his administration to 135.
Dr. Olawale Adegbite, Mrs. Folashade Thomas-Orogan, Mr. Adebayo Haroun, Mrs. Olayinka Oye-Bamgbose, Mr. Olatunbuson Ogunbanwo, and Mrs. Toyin Adekoya are the newly appointed officials.
At the event, Sanwo-Olu also installed the commission chairs and members of the Lagos State Audit Service and the Local Government Service.
In addition to the chairperson, Mrs. Arinola Dawodu, the other members of the Audit Service Commission include Hon. Present: Bukola Ogunnowo, Ms. Omotayo Gbajabiamila-Olamona, Hon. Bowale Shosimi, and Hon. Sunday Kappo.
Along with Hon. Adeyinka Durosinmi (in the role of chairman), Mr. Ahmed Seriki, Mr. Shamsideen Olaleye, and Hon. Folashade Olabanji-Oba, the Local Government Service Commission is comprised of the following individuals.
The governor urged the newly appointed officials to go to work right away and put the needs of Lagosians first during Monday’s swearing-in event at the Banquet Hall of Lagos House in Ikeja.
His major message was that they should always act professionally and make sure that all government programs and plans were put into action.
Appointments like this not only reward you for your service and expertise, but they also raise the bar for you. Holding an office or supervising an institution is not enough work for someone at this level of public service. “The goal is to make that institution function well and make sure its impact on the development of Lagos State is quantifiable and transparent,” Sanwo-Olu stated.
He made the point that a public service that could translate government policy into real, everyday benefits for Lagosians was crucial to realising the dream of a Greater Lagos.
A public sector that can effectively implement policies is essential to realising our goal of a Greater Lagos. He went on to say that the Lagosinos need to witness the positive impact that good leadership has on their everyday lives.
The governor emphasised the importance of the new appointees being honest, fair, and accountable while they carry out their duties. He stressed the need of being approachable, fostering an environment that rewards creativity and collaboration, and handling administrative issues with poise and professionalism.
The appointments were earlier hailed by Olabode Agoro, the Lagos State Head of Service, as a significant stride forward in enhancing the state’s governance and bolstering service delivery.
The appointments are eager to contribute to the development of the public service and Lagos State, and Agoro is confident in their readiness to take on their responsibilities.
The current administration’s dedication to meritocracy, professionalism, responsibility, and openness is demonstrated by these nominations. He spoke highly of the breadth of experience and insight that would be added to our institution as a result of your hiring.
The appointees expressed their gratitude to Sanwo-Olu for the trust she had placed in them and promised to do a good job carrying out their responsibilities as the state works to achieve its development objectives.