Ayodele Olalere
Lagos State Commissioner for Information and Strategy Gbenga Omotoso has reeled out the achievements of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for the past six years since he became governor of the state.
According to Omotoso, Sanwo-Olu’s administration has embarked on projects that has changed the lives of Lagosians positively l adding that more new projects are being carried out across local governments and local council development areas.
While speaking at a media stakeholders forum, Omotoso noted ongoing projects such as the New Massey Street Children’s Hospital has reached an advanced stage and will be the biggest pediatric facility in West Africa when completed later this year.
The Commissioner mentioned that other projects in the health sector such as the 280-bed General Hospital in Ojo, the Psychiatric Hospital in Ketu Ejinrin as well as infrastructure upgrades at Ibeju-Lekki and Lagos General Hospitals will also expand resources available to residents for top-notch medical services.
“This year, the vision of the present administration is to build on the gains of Y2024 through the commissioning of projects that would impact positively on communities, especially at the grassroots,” Omotoso said.
He called on young entrepreneurs to take advantage of the funding support provided by the Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF) and other initiatives of the Lagos State government by applying for loans and grants to boost their trade.
He noted that many startups have become stable and profitable through support from Lagos State Employment Trust Fund, LSETF and other agencies of the Lagos State government that provide financial support to growing business entities.
On tourism, Omotoso stated that various festivals organised by the state government have positioned Lagos State as entertainment capital in sub-saharan Africa adding Lagos will continue to explore initiatives in the sector to boost revenues, attract foreign exchange, and position Lagos as a truly competitive global destination.
“This year, we are focused on making significant progress in revitalising cultural, religious, and recreational infrastructure across the State. Therefore, we will sustain efforts to restore the historic Elemoro Palace in Ibeju-Lekki and the Princess Erelu Kuti Tomb, commemorating one of Lagos’ most prominent historical figures”, he said.
He also said the governor will soon unveil 10 new ferries to boost water transportation.
While maintaining that more initiatives propelled by the T.H.E.M.E.S Plus Agenda will be unveiled in Y2025, Omotoso gave assurance that the Sanwo-Olu administration will not abandon any ongoing project in Lagos State.
The Commissioner expressed gratitude to the media for the publicity given to the giant strides of the Sanwo-Olu administration.