Babajide Sanwo-Olu has sworn in the chairman and members of the Lagos State Health Service Commission and approved the appointment of seven new Permanent Secretaries in a move aimed at strengthening public service delivery across Lagos State.
The ceremony, held at the Lagos House, Ikeja, was confirmed by Gbenga Omotosho, Commissioner for Information and Strategy, who stated that the governor charged the new appointees to uphold professionalism, accountability, and efficiency in their respective roles.
The newly appointed Permanent Secretaries include:
- Mr. Sorungbe Tiwalade Adeyinka (Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology)
- Mrs. Durodola Olusola Bukonla (Local Government Service Commission)
- Mrs. Oladeji Oluwatoyin Olubunmi (Cabinet Office)
- Engr. Adeyemi Adetunji Adesanya (Ministry of Urban Development)
- Dr. Martins Babajide Olumuyiwa (Bureau of Public Defender)
- Dr. Oluwo Adenike Oluwafunmilayo (Health District II)
- Arc. Olukareh Bolanle Monica (Office of Works)
In addition, the governor inaugurated the Health Service Commission, with Oguntimehin Olukayode Olumuyiwa appointed as chairman. Other members include Ogboye Olusegun Abayomi, Odunuga Omolaja Odushola, Adejumo Moyosore Wuraola, and Fadipe Ololade Omolayo.
Governor Sanwo-Olu emphasised that the appointments are part of broader efforts to strengthen governance institutions, particularly in critical sectors such as healthcare, infrastructure, and public administration. He urged the appointees to see their positions as a call to greater responsibility and service to the people.
The governor reiterated his administration’s commitment to building a more responsive and efficient civil service capable of meeting the demands of Lagos’ growing population and sustaining the state’s development agenda.