Thirty Years On, Sanwo Olu Honours 506 Local Government Foot Soldiers
Lagos State Government has honoured 506 officers of the Unified Local Government Service for their years of dedication at the 2026 Long Service Merit Award Ceremony, pledging continued investment in workforce development across the grassroots civil service. Speaking at the Adeyemi Bero Auditorium in Alausa, Ikeja, Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo Olu, represented by Deputy Governor Dr Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, praised the awardees for their perseverance and professionalism, describing their service as part of Lagos State’s institutional history. He said the Unified Local Government Service remains the point where most residents interact directly with government, spanning the state’s 20 Local Government Areas and 37 Local Council Development Areas. The Governor called for a stronger, more professionally equipped public service to match Lagos’ fast growing population and rising demand for services, urging younger officers to draw lessons from the careers of those honoured. He said the government would deepen investment in training and a planned e library to keep public servants equipped for citizens increasingly demanding faster, digitally capable government. Head of Service Bode Agoro commended the state for sustaining the award and urged officers to keep upskilling in response to changing policies and technology, while also reminding them to prioritise their health and make use of the Ilera Eko health policy that government co funds monthly. Permanent Secretary Toyin Ogunlana, in her welcome address, described the ceremony as a chance to celebrate officers who had served the state for over three decades with diligence and resilience. By Asiwaju Adekunle Saheed
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