Campaigns will not stop projects, says Lagos state governor, Ambode

Governor Akinwunmi Ambode of Lagos State says electioneering preparatory towards 2019 general election will not slow the pace of infrastructural development.

He added that his administration would complete all ongoing projects and implement new ones.
The governor spoke at the opening of a three-day retreat for members of the Lagos State Executive Council, Body of Permanent Secretaries and heads of government agencies in Epe.
Ambode said, “We have recorded successes and consolidated on the status of our state as a commercial and social hub in sub-Saharan Africa.
“I hear people say that this is an election year and that governance will slow down; but let me assure you that in this state, we will stay focused to our plans and ensure that steady progress is achieved.”
The governor, who said the theme of the retreat, ‘Effective Strategic Planning for an Emerging Smart City,’ was carefully selected, urged participants to start thinking of the next level.
He said participants must look beyond the borders of the state for ideas and do things differently.
“My message remains the same. Our conviction is resolute. We are totally for inclusive governance. Building effective and efficient institutions should be our goal henceforth,” the governor said.
The Head of Service, Mrs. Folashade Adesoye, said the retreat would be used to set a new agenda on how to achieve the set goals for the state in 2018.