Breaking News: Sanwo-Olu Responds to Lagos Spending, Acknowledging Room for Errors

Commitment to Transparency

During the inauguration of the Lagos State Building Control Agency Building, Governor Sanwo-Olu acknowledged that no administration is immune to mistakes. He expressed a firm commitment to responsible and transparent governance, highlighting the importance of being open to criticism and public scrutiny.

Response to Open Letter

Governor Sanwo-Olu welcomed an open letter from the governorship candidate of the Action Democratic Congress in Lagos, Funso Doherty. He assured Doherty and the public that the government would continue to publish its spending records, demonstrating a proactive approach to accountability.

Addressing Mistakes

Governor Sanwo-Olu addressed specific instances of errors in spending records, citing an example where an item meant to cost N2 million was mistakenly written as N2 billion. He attributed such mistakes to inadvertent errors and not malicious intent. The governor affirmed his dedication to leading a team of committed public officials focused on serving the people of Lagos.

Commitment to Public GoodS

Emphasising the government’s dedication to serving the state, Governor Sanwo-Olu assured the public that mistakes would be acknowledged and rectified. He reiterated the commitment to public goods and the continuous improvement of services for the benefit of Lagosians.