By Bilkis Abdulraheem Lawal
The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has sworn in ten new Permanent Secretaries into the State Civil Service, bringing the total number of such appointments under his administration to 121.
Speaking during the swearing-in ceremony held in Lagos, Governor Sanwo-Olu charged the newly appointed Permanent Secretaries to bring their wealth of experience to bear in advancing the T.H.E.M.E.S Plus Agenda and ensuring that governance remains close to the people.
He reiterated his administration’s commitment to efficient public service delivery, urging the appointees to uphold professionalism, integrity, and accountability in the discharge of their duties.
Earlier, the Head of Service, Mr. Bode Agoro, explained that the selection process for the new Permanent Secretaries was based on equity, merit, and transparency.
According to him, the candidates emerged after undergoing a rigorous screening and computer-based test, designed to ensure that only the most competent officers were appointed to contribute meaningfully to the development of Lagos State.
Speaking on behalf of the new appointees, Dr. Olufemi Omololu pledged their collective commitment to the success of the Sanwo-Olu administration, promising to align their efforts with the T.H.E.M.E.S Plus developmental framework.
The newly sworn-in Permanent Secretaries include:
Dr. Olufemi Omololu – Health District Six
Mr. Olatayo Sanni – Education District Two.
Mrs. Monsurat Alaka – Internal Audit.
Mr. Babatunde Onigbanjo – Commerce, Cooperative, Trade and Investment.
Engr. Olatokunbo Oyenuga – Office of Infrastructure.
Mr. Rafiu Ojikutu – Teaching Service Commission.
Mr. Olufemi Paseda – Education District Four
Mrs. Oluwakemi Garbadeen-Adedeji – Audit Service Commission
Mrs. Toyin Ogunlana – Cabinet Office (effective November)
Dr. Adesola Pitan – Health District One
Governor Sanwo-Olu also announced the redeployment of some existing Permanent Secretaries, including Mr. Olanrewaju Bajulaye, who will now serve as the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Information and Strategy.
The Governor commended the Lagos State Civil Service for its dedication and efficiency, noting that the newly appointed officials will further strengthen the machinery of government and improve service delivery to residents.
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