27/01/25
DANIELS O.G
As part of it’s Themes Agenda, The Lagos State Government Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, is making significant strides in improving the lives of its residents through transformative projects in Electricity Sector,Agriculture Healthcare, water supply, infrastructure, and transportation.
This various developmental strides were disclosed by the Commissioner for information And Strategy at a Citizens’ Engagement Forum in Alausa, Ikeja on Friday 20th Of January 2024.
The Honourable Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr. Gbenga Omotoso also outlined the administration’s future plans particularly in the Health sector
He cited an example with the massive transformation ongoing at the Massey’s Children Hospital which will become a reference point for Peadiatrics Care in the west Africa sub region.
The imminent commissioning of a new General hospital in Ojo, describing it as “the first general hospital Lagos State is building in a decade.” This facility, he said, will provide residents with access to quality medical care closer to home.
Another groundbreaking initiative is the Mental Health Institute and Psychiatric Rehabilitation Centre in Ketu-Ejirin, Epe. “This facility will be the largest of its kind in sub-Saharan Africa,” Omotoso revealed. “It will boast a 500-bed capacity, consultation rooms, living quarters, and other essential facilities, all spread across 25 hectares of land. This is a formidable attempt to address mental health, an issue often neglected in society.
Concerning The Brain Drain Challenge In the Health Sector, the Commissioner disclosed plans by the Government on training more Doctors and other Health care Professionals through the Lagos State University ( LASUCOM
In addressing the long-standing challenge of providing clean and reliable water, the Lagos State Government has partnered with Ogun State to access water from the Adiyan reservoir. “We have paid ₦600 million to Ogun State to secure 70 million gallons of water daily for Lagosians,” Omotoso stated. Despite hurdles, he assured residents that the government is making “frantic efforts” to deliver sustainable pipe-borne water to homes and businesses across the state.
Transportation is another area where the Sanwo-Olu administration is making a significant impact. Omotoso highlighted the commissioning of 15 locally built ferries, with 10 more set to launch soon. “These ferries, built by young Lagos engineers, are comparable to any in the world,” he said. “They symbolize what is possible in Nigeria and Lagos.”
Additionally, the state has completed 16 new jetties and continued progress on the Red and Blue Rail Lines. “The Red Line’s coming on board is one of the most exciting developments,” Omotoso said. “We are committed to developing all three modes of transportation: water, rail, and road.”
Road infrastructure is also receiving attention, with ongoing repairs and expansions to improve connectivity. Furthermore, the government has installed 2,000 solar-powered streetlights to enhance safety and sustainability. “When this administration came on board, we were spending ₦600 million monthly to power generators for streetlights. That was unsustainable, so we turned to solar,” Omotoso explained.
The Epe Food Logistics Hub is another transformative project poised to benefit millions of Lagosians. Omotoso described the facility as “the largest in sub-Saharan Africa,” designed to store food for up to five million people every three months. “This initiative will help stabilize food prices, especially during periods of inflation, and ensure food security for Lagosians,” he added.
Mr. Omotoso lauded the governor’s comprehensive approach to governance, emphasizing that every project is designed to improve the quality of life for Lagosians. “Governor Sanwo-Olu’s administration is focused on creating a Lagos that works for everyone,” he said.
The Citizens’ Engagement Forum, organized by the Ministry of Information and Strategy, serves as a platform for dialogue and collaboration between the government and residents. It reinforces the administration’s commitment to inclusive governance and transparency in implementing its development agenda.
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