As part of its ongoing commitment to strengthen public sector efficiency, the Lagos State Government has rolled out a series of professional development programmes targeting key personnel in its public service. The initiative, originally detailed in an official statement released on Wednesday, highlights the state’s continued focus on building a responsive and future-ready workforce.
According to the report first published by The Nation, the third-quarter capacity-building effort involves specialised training for over 500 officers drawn from budget, land, and public affairs departments across the state’s civil service.
The Commissioner for Establishments and Training, Afolabi Ayantayo, while commenting on the exercise, emphasised that the Lagos State Public Service must stay dynamic and responsive to evolving administrative challenges. “This is not just another training calendar; it is a strategic tool for equipping our personnel with the necessary mindset and technical capacity for modern governance,” he said.
Ayantayo acknowledged the strong support of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu in championing continuous professional development, describing it as a cornerstone of the administration’s public service reform agenda.
One of the key programmes, “Strategic Corporate Communication and Media Relations,” targeted 100 Public Affairs Officers (PAOs) on Grade Levels 13 to 17. The two-day workshop focused on sharpening communication strategies, managing public perception, and enhancing citizen engagement—a move seen as crucial in an era of fast-paced information flow and rising public expectations.
In parallel, 200 Budget and Planning Officers underwent training in “Budgeting and Fiscal Management.” The sessions, led by experts from both the public and private sectors, were designed to deepen participants’ understanding of fiscal discipline, data-driven budget planning, and performance-based execution.
To further reinforce transparency in land management, another 200 officers took part in training on “Land Documentation and Titling.” The programme aimed at improving efficiency in processing Certificates of Occupancy and enhancing the credibility of land administration in the state.
Olubusola Abidakun, Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Establishments and Training, described the initiative as part of a long-term vision to modernise the Lagos State Public Service. “This third-quarter training reflects a forward-looking and proactive strategy to create a performance-driven workforce that anticipates change rather than reacts to it,” she noted.
All training modules ran for a minimum of two days and were facilitated by seasoned professionals drawn from academia, government, and industry, ensuring a well-rounded and impactful learning experience.
With this strategic investment in human capital, Lagos continues to position itself as a leader in public sector innovation, aligning service delivery with global best practices.
