Office Of SDGs, LASEPA, Safety Commission Holds Press Conference In Ikeja Lagos State

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The Lagos state office of SDGs in partnership with LASEPA and Lagos state safety commission held a press conference at Radisson Blu Anchorage Hotel in Ikeja Lagos state Nigeria.

The press conference was inline with the upcoming summit on sustainable development goal, scheduled to hold September 12th , 2024 in EKO HOTEL Lagos state Nigeria as 9News reports.

In the picture are (L-R) GM LASEPA Dr Babatunde Ajayi, DG/CEO LASG Safety Commission Mr Lanre Mojola, Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Sustainable Development Goals Dr Oreoluwa Finnih and SSA to the Governor Economic Planning and Budget Mr Lekan Balogun.

Speaking with 9News correspondent, Dr Oreoluwa Finnih, special adviser to the Lagos governor on sustainable development goals made this announcement at a press conference in Lagos.

The Inaugural Sustainability Summit is targetted at Driving Sustainable Development and Environmental Protection in Lagos, Nigeria.

The office of Dr Oreoluwa Finnih, Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Sustainable Development Goals in partnership with the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) and the Lagos State Government Safety Commission, is proud to announce the flagship of this upcoming Lagos Sustainability Summit.

Accordingly, the event will take place on September 12, 2024, at Eko Hotel and Suites, and will bring together stakeholders from various sectors to discuss and drive sustainable initiatives in Lagos State.

The summit, tagged Building a Resilient and Sustainable Lagos, aims to promote sustainable development, environmental protection, and social responsibility in Lagos State. The event will feature keynote addresses, panel discussions, and exhibitions focused on five key areas:

Government Commitment to Sustainability: Showcasing strategic initiatives and policies that reflect the government’s dedication to sustainable development.

Community Engagement and Inclusion: Fostering social cohesion by ensuring equitable participation in sustainability efforts.

Ethical Business Practices and Social Impact: Promoting fair labor standards and community engagement initiatives that drive positive social impacts.

Sustainable Finance: Encouraging investments in projects that support the SDGs and integrate ESG criteria into financial decision-making.

Sustainable Supply Chains: Building resilient networks that support responsible waste management, local sourcing, and ethical labor practices.

Speaking at the press conference held on the 22nd of August at the Radisson hotel, Ikeja, Dr. Oreoluwa Finnih, Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Sustainable Development Goals, emphasized the importance of collective action towards a sustainable future.

In his words, “We stand at a crossroads, and our choices today will determine the Lagos of tomorrow. We must innovate, adapt, and lead the way towards a resilient and sustainable city.”

Also present at the press conference were
Dr. Jide Babatunde Special Adviser E-GIS,
Mr Lanre Mojola DG Lagos State Safety Commission, Dr. Babatunde Ajayi GM Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency, Mr Lekan Balogun Special Adviser Budget and Planning.

The summit is expected to attract leaders from government, business, civil society, and academia, all working together towards a common goal of a sustainable Lagos Nigeria.

Registration is now open, and interested participants can register on the summit’s website as Latasha Ngwube stated.

Please find attached more information on the summit as well as the full copy of Dr Finnish’s speech at the press conference.

Recall that the Lagos State Office Of Sustainable Development Goals in Partnership with the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency LASEPA and Lagos State Safety Commission held a Press Conference at Radisson Blu Anchorage Hotel Ikeja Lagos to deliberate on the upcoming summit scheduled to hold in Lagos state Nigeria, September 12th.

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