Sanwo-Olu pledges stronger collaboration with CDAs, better welfare for Lagosians

By Lukman Olabiyi

Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to strengthening partnerships with Community Development Associations (CDAs) to further enhance the quality of life across the state.

Speaking through his deputy, Dr Obafemi Hamzat, at the 2025 Community Day Celebration held at the Police College, Ikeja, the governor said the annual event reflects the government’s dedication to deepening grassroots governance and encouraging active citizen participation in state development.

The celebration was organised by the Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Rural Development with the theme: “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.

Special Adviser to the Governor on Rural Development, Dr Nurudeen Lanre-Agbaje, described the Community Day Celebration as an opportunity to honour communities for their unity, sacrifice and resilience attributes. He said this year’s theme challenges communities to move beyond resilience and aim for lasting impact through collaboration.

Lanre-Agbaje also commended Governor Sanwo-Olu for prioritising rural development, noting that several community-driven projects have been completed to ensure no community is left behind.

Chairman of the House Committee on Local Government Administration, Chieftaincy, Aviation and Rural Development, Hon Ganiyu Sanni, said the celebration provides a platform to recognise the contributions of CDAs, traditional institutions, youth groups, and women’s organisations, which he described as “pillars of growth and stability.”