- Lagos Holds Training for Lagos CDAs, CDC
- Dr. Nurudeen Agbaje, Special Adviser to the Governor, assured that the Lagos State Government is dedicated to empowering local voices
- The leadership training aims to equip community leaders with the tools and knowledge necessary for strategic partnerships and community development
The Lagos State Government has called on Community Development Associations (CDAs) and Community Development Advisory Council (CDC) members to take ownership and safeguard government projects within their communities.
Eko Hot Blog gathered that the message was delivered by the Special Adviser to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Rural Development, Dr. Nurudeen Agbaje, during a leadership training event at the Secretariat in Alausa, Ikeja.
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Dr. Agbaje highlighted the Sanwo-Olu administration’s commitment to community engagement over the past six years, emphasizing its role in driving sustainable development and ensuring that projects align with community needs and aspirations.
The leadership training aims to equip CDAs, CDC leaders with the tools and knowledge necessary for strategic partnerships and community development.
By doing so, they can better contribute to the T.H.E.M.E.S. Plus Agenda of the current administration, fostering mutually beneficial relationships between the government and local communities.
Through this initiative, the Lagos State Government seeks to empower community leaders to act as stewards of public resources and promote the long-term sustainability of local projects

As a result, residents can enjoy the full benefits of these investments and contribute to the overall growth and success of their communities.
Dr. Nurudeen Agbaje, Special Adviser to the Governor, assured that the Lagos State Government is dedicated to empowering local voices through capacity building, education, and leadership development initiatives.
By fostering meaningful participation in decision-making processes, community members will be better equipped to take ownership of sustainability efforts.
Mrs. Kikelomo Bolarinwa, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs, and Rural Development, emphasized that the leadership training aligns with Governor Sanwo-Olu’s commitment to empowering communities.
The initiative seeks to promote awareness of the administration’s policies and programs, as well as identify necessary interventions for local development.
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Mrs. Bolarinwa encouraged participants to fully engage in the training sessions and highlighted the government’s dedication to community engagement.
By amplifying the voices of local residents, the administration aims to tailor projects and interventions to address their unique needs and aspirations, ultimately fostering inclusive and sustainable growth across Lagos State.




