Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, is grateful to President Muhammadu Buhari for signing “Constitution Alteration Bills” which empowers states in the country to “take charge of their own growth in key areas like electricity, railways, and the judiciary”.
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| Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu; Deputy Governor, Obafemi Hamzat; alongside their spouses, celebrate after emerging victorious in the 2023 Gubernatorial Election in Lagos State conducted on Saturday 18 March, 2023. Photo: @jidesanwoolu |
Governor Sanwo-Olu said, the move by President Buhari grants Lagos State the “authority to regulate electricity generation, transmission and distribution”.
In his message to the people of Lagos, Governor Sanwo-Olu pleads for cooperation with the state government “to make Lagos the best it can be!”
Governor Sanwo-Olu said: “A few days ago, President
@MBuhari
signed bills granting states more autonomy in key areas like electricity, railways, and the judiciary, empowering Lagos to take charge of our own growth.
“Thank you, Mr. President.
“The Constitutional Alteration Bill No. 33 is a historic move that grants us authority to regulate electricity generation, transmission and distribution.
“This will create a Lagos Electricity Market, leading to increased access to electricity, investments and job opportunities.
“The new bills will promote efficiency, leading to better service delivery. We’ve been preparing for this by launching an Electricity Policy, publishing our off-grid strategy, presenting our Integrated Resource Plan and drafting a law to establish the Lagos Electricity Market.
“We’re committed to achieving 1GW of solar energy in Lagos by 2030 and have engaged with the World Bank for suitable funding. With the creation of the Lagos Electricity Market, we’ll fulfill our potential as Africa’s model mega city.
“The devolution of powers for railways under the Constitution Fifth Alteration Bill No. 32 is a significant move for promoting local economic growth and development. It’ll open up investment opportunities and improve the transportation of goods and services.
“I’m excited about the next few years as Lagos takes more responsibility for our growth and the fulfillment of our potentials.
“Let’s work together to make Lagos the best it can be!”
