Lagos urges stronger partnerships for urban development
Ope George, the Lagos State Commissioner for Economic Planning and Budget, has emphasized the need for deeper collaboration between government, private sector, and civil society to address urban development challenges. Speaking as chairman at the Ikeja Club’s 60th Anniversary Lecture, he highlighted the evolving role of urban clubs in community development and policy dialogue. Musediq Adeleke, President of Ikeja Club, described the event as a time for reflection and future planning. Professor Foluso Okunmadewa called on the club to lead efforts in uniting development-focused associations in Lagos.
What we know
- Ope George praised the Ikeja Club for its 60 years of service and emphasized the importance of anniversaries as moments for reflection and community contribution.
- He stated that urban clubs now serve as platforms for networking, mentorship, civic engagement, and policy dialogue.
- The commissioner highlighted that Lagos State’s development has relied on collaboration across government, private sector, and civil society under Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.
- Professor Foluso Okunmadewa urged the Ikeja Club to champion an umbrella body for development-focused associations and commended Lagos’s economic progress, citing major infrastructure projects between 2022 and 2026.
- Despite achievements, challenges such as housing shortages, healthcare, and education issues persist in Lagos.
