A Legacy of Service: 750 Lagos Public Servants Honoured for Three Decades of Dedication
The Lagos State Government has bestowed honour on 750 Public Servants, including Permanent Secretaries, with Long Service Awards for their dedication and meritorious service to the State over the past 30 years and more.
This was announced by the Head of Service, Mr. Bode Agoro, at the 2025 Long Service Merit Award ceremony held in Ikeja. The ceremony was hosted to show the government’s appreciation to deserving members of the workforce that have served the state meritoriously for 30 years and above.
Agoro emphasised that the initiative would motivate awardees in their pursuit of excellence, inspiring other public servants to intensify their dedication and deliver more effectively.
While giving his congratulatory message, the head of service urged the awardees not to rest on their laurels, encouraging all public servants to maintain a high work ethic and continue to perform announced in their duties .
He assured them that the State Government would provide a supportive and enabling environment to help them achieve their goals and prioritise staff welfare.
Agoro also encouraged the awardees to prioritise their personal development, using the latest information and communication technologies to enhance their skills.
The Permanent Secretary, Public Service Office, Mrs. Sunkanmi Oyegbola, congratulated the awardees and pledged the State Government’s continued support for Public Servants welfare.
Speaking on behalf of the awardees, the Permanent Secretary, Local Government Service Commission, Mrs. Abosede George, expressed deep appreciation to Governor Sanwo-Olu and his team, pledging their continued support for the State’s deve
