Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Executive Governor of Lagos State, has unveiled the Lagos State Women Economic Empowerment (WEE) Policy Roadmap on Tuesday 22 July, 2025.
The Lagos State WEE, which is a “milestone”, reveals the State’s “firm” commitment to “gender equity and inclusive growth”.
The Governor said, the roadmap which is a “practical plan” is built around the “lived experiences” of women across the Southwestern State, from farmers to professionals.
He belives “Lagos thrives when women thrive.”
Sanwo-Olu added, his administration will engage hugely in building this policy, listening to voices from NGOs, women’s groups, women living with disabilities.
Taking to his official X account, Governor Sanwo-Olu said:
“I unveiled the Lagos State Women Economic Empowerment (WEE) Policy Roadmap, a milestone that reflects our firm commitment to gender equity and inclusive growth.
“This roadmap is a practical plan built around the lived experiences of women across Lagos, from entrepreneurs and farmers to students and professionals. It focuses on removing the barriers that continue to limit women’s economic participation.
“We engaged widely in building this policy, listening to voices from the public and private sectors, NGOs, women’s groups, and women living with disabilities. Their insights helped us shape a roadmap that is grounded, inclusive, and realistic.
“From agriculture and entrepreneurship to education, STEM, and the labour market, we’re setting out clear actions to empower women with tools, training, finance, and opportunities to thrive. We will work across all sectors to bring this to life and ensure every woman in Lagos has the opportunity to reach her full potential.
“When women thrive, Lagos thrives.”
