The Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-olu says his administration remains open to receive advice and suggestions from members of the public which will enable it proffer solutions to the challenges of governance in the state.
Speaking at the 17th Executive/legislative Parley of the state government, Mr. Sanwo-olu stated that he believed strongly that no government has all the solutions to problems , which is the reason the event is organised to provide a platform for others to make their inputs for improved governance and service delivery to residents in the state.
The Governor highlighted his position in a publication on his official Facebook page.
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu described the theme of the forum “Mobilising Citizens as a social capital towards 2023 General Elections” as not only apt, but to refreshen and set the tone for what will begin to happen between now and 2023.
Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Chief Mudashiru Obasa and member representing Kosofe Constituency, Mr Rotimi Agunsoye, and Mr.Gbolahan Yishawu, representing Eti-Osa Constituency lauded the cordial relationship between the Executive and Legislative arms of government, and reiterated their commitment to deliver more dividends of democracy to Lagos residents.
Speaking to the theme: Speaker Lagos State House of Assembly noted that negligence of political education gives room for apathy, violence on the part of residents and urged the National Orientation Agency to partner with the Independent Electoral Commission.
The Speaker, House of Representatives, Mr. Femi Gbajabiamila who was represented by Dolapo Badru, commended Governor Sanwo-Olu for keeping up with the engagement which has enhanced synergy among the Executive and legislature at both the state and national level.
Participants in the three day event include members of the Governors Advisory Council, members of the National Assembly representing Lagos, Party faithful, top government functionaries.