The Lagos State Government says it is strengthening collaboration with Community Development Associations (CDAs) to enhance the quality of life of residents across the state.
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, represented by his deputy, Obafemi Hamzat, gave the commitment at the 2025 Community Day Celebration held at the Police College, Ikeja on Wednesday.
The theme of the annual event organised by the Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Rural Development, was “From strength to impact: Deepening community resilience.”
Sanwo-Olu noted that the numerous self-help projects initiated and executed by various communities have helped build stronger, more resilient neighbourhoods.
“We will continue to do our best to ensure that Lagos remains a place where we can grow. I reaffirm the unwavering commitment of this administration to deepen collaboration with CDAs, empower communities and sustain initiatives that enhance the quality of life of all residents, irrespective of where they live. Together, we will continue to build an inclusive, prosperous and forward-looking Lagos where every community contributes to our collective progress,”he said.
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Nurudeen Lanre-Agbaje, the Special Adviser to the governor on Rural Development, said the celebration provided the opportunity to honour communities for their unity, sacrifice and resilience attributes .
According to him, this year’s theme challenges communities to move beyond resilience and aim for lasting impact through collaboration.
He commended Governor Sanwo-Olu for prioritising rural development, noting that several community-driven projects have been completed to ensure no community is left behind.
On his part, Azeez Amusat, chairman of the Lagos State Community Development Advisory Council (LSCDAC), lauded the state’s at efforts, saying the impact of government projects was being felt at the grassroots.
He presented an award to the governor on behalf of the council, which was received by the deputy governor.
