Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has inaugurated Abdul-Ganiyu Obasa, son of the state assembly speaker, as chairman of Agege Local Government, alongside Toyin Adejimiwa as a permanent secretary in the public service, during a ceremony emphasizing accountability and community-focused leadership.
The event, held at Lagos House in Ikeja on Monday, saw Sanwo-Olu stress the importance of merit and service in public roles, while urging the new officials to prioritize measurable outcomes and bridge gaps between policy and grassroots needs.
Addressing Adejimiwa, whose career highlights include leading the Office of Transformation, the governor said: “Your professional journey reflects a deep commitment to institutional reform… You demonstrated that public service can be dynamic, accountable and responsive to the needs of our people.”
He added: “As a permanent secretary, you are a custodian of standards and a mentor to the next generation of public servants. We believe you will carry this responsibility with humility and a strong sense of duty.”
Turning to Obasa, Sanwo-Olu highlighted the role of local governance, stating: “Local government is where policies meet daily realities. Your task is to deepen community development, promote social cohesion and ensure that governance is delivered fairly, transparently and equitably.”
He urged the new chairman: “You must work with your institutions and traditional leaders. You now have the mandate to reconcile your people and bridge the divide between policy and local realities.”
Sanwo-Olu also noted: “Excellence is recognised, merit is rewarded, and dedication to duty still matters in Lagos State. People will be watching, believing and expecting diligent service.”
Both appointees expressed gratitude to the governor and committed to upholding Lagos’ core values, according to reports from the ceremony attended by retired permanent secretaries.
