19 October 2026 9:20 pm WAT
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has sworn in six newly appointed permanent secretaries and members of the state’s Local Government Service Commission and Audit Service Commission, charging them to demonstrate professionalism, ensure effective policy implementation and improve service delivery.
Sanwo-Olu gave the charge during the swearing-in ceremony held at the Banquet Hall of Lagos House, Ikeja, where he urged the appointees to hit the ground running and justify the confidence reposed in them by delivering tangible results for residents.
The governor stressed the need for the new officials to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, accountability and dedication while translating government policies and programmes into measurable benefits for the people.
Earlier, the Head of Service, Olabode Agoro, described the appointments as another significant milestone in the state government’s pursuit of excellence in public service delivery and good governance.
Agoro urged the appointees to demonstrate commitment to their responsibilities and contribute to strengthening the efficiency and effectiveness of the state’s public service.
In their separate votes of assurance, the appointees thanked Sanwo-Olu for the confidence reposed in them, pledging to discharge their duties diligently and contribute to the continued development of Lagos State.
The appointment of the six permanent secretaries brings the number appointed under the Sanwo-Olu administration to 135, underscoring the administration’s efforts to strengthen the state’s public service leadership.
Among the appointments, Olatunbosun Ogunbanwo was named Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Information and Strategy.
While, Kikelomo Dawodu chairs the Audit Service Commission, while Akeem Bamgbola heads the Local Government Service Commission.
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