The Lagos State House of Assembly is set to commence the screening of a second group of nominees submitted by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, starting on Tuesday.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, has directed the screening committee, led by Hon. Fatai Mojeed, to conduct a thorough screening process and provide a report to the House by Thursday.

Before the Speaker’s announcement, the Clerk of the House, Barrister Olalekan Onafeko, read a letter from Governor Sanwo-Olu containing the list of nominees….CONTINUE READING

In the letter titled ‘Forwarding of Official List of Nominees for Appointment as Commissioners and Special Advisers,’ Governor Sanwo-Olu expressed gratitude to the Speaker and House members for their diligence and commitment during the recent screening and confirmation of 22 nominees.

The governor stated, “Your rigorous assessment of these nominees in accordance with your constitutional obligations demonstrates your dedication to ensuring a competent and effective council.”

Governor Sanwo-Olu explained that after careful consideration of the 17 names that were rejected, he has chosen to resubmit a list of nominees that includes a mix of previously presented individuals and new names. He emphasized that this list represents a wide political spectrum and diverse backgrounds, reflecting the rich diversity of Lagos State.

The governor expressed confidence that the new nominees would bring fresh ideas to contribute to the growth and progress of Lagos.

The list of nominees includes:

• Dr. Afolabi Abiodun Tajudeen
• Mr. Oluwaseun Oriyomi Osiyemi
• Prof. Akinola Emmanuel Abayomi
• Engr. Olalere Odusote
• Dr. Oluwarotimi Omotola Wahab Fashola
• Mrs. Folashade Kaosarat Ambrose-Medem
• Mr. Akinyemi Bankole Ajigbotafe
• Mr. Samuel Egube
• Hon. Tolani Sule Akibu
• Mrs. Bolaji Cecelia Dada
• Mrs. Barakat Akande Bakare
• Mr. Olugbenga Omotoso
• Mr. Mosopefolu George
• Yekini Nurudeen Agbaje
• Dr. Olumide Oluyinka
• Mr. Abayomi Samson Oluyomi
• Dr. Iyabode Oyeyemi Ayoola
• Hon. Sola Shakirudeen Giwa

Additionally, the House of Assembly has resolved to review the performance of the 2023 budget in preparation for Governor Sanwo-Olu’s presentation of the 2024 budget estimate. The House had previously approved a budget of N1.768 trillion for the year 2023. Speaker Obasa has instructed the budget review committee, led by Hon. Sa’ad Olumo, to conduct a thorough review and provide a report to the House.