The Lagos State Government has reiterated its commitment to driving infrastructure development through Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs), as it hosted a high-level roundtable aimed at deepening collaboration between the public and private sectors.
The event, organised by the Office of Public-Private Partnerships (PPP Lagos), was held under the theme “Powering Subnational Development: The Vital Role of PPPs in Delivering Critical Public Infrastructure.”
The roundtable brought together senior government officials, private investors, financial institutions, and development partners to align strategies for sustainable infrastructure delivery in Africa’s most populous city.
Representing Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the Deputy Chief of Staff, Sam Egube, delivered the keynote address and underscored the strategic importance of PPPs in scaling Lagos’ development.
“PPPs empower Lagos to unlock private capital, skills, and innovation to deliver high-impact infrastructure and services,” he stated. “We have seen first-hand the success of this approach under the THEMES+ agenda.”
Also speaking, the Special Adviser to the Governor on PPPs, Mrs. Bukola Odoe, emphasised that public funding alone could no longer meet the state’s growing infrastructure needs.
“The future of Lagos will be shaped not solely by government or market forces but by enduring partnerships anchored in trust and a shared vision for the public good,” she said.
Panel discussions focused on key sectors including health, housing, land management, and transport. Experts explored challenges and offered practical solutions tailored to Lagos’ urban demands, with recurring calls for clearer regulatory frameworks and increased technical capacity.
The forum concluded with a shared commitment among stakeholders to improve collaboration and create an enabling environment that attracts sustainable private investments.
Lagos, Nigeria’s commercial capital, continues to leverage PPP models to deliver on major projects including road networks, housing, transportation systems, and healthcare facilities—ensuring inclusive growth and service efficiency for its over 20 million residents.
