Lagos State Government has invested more than N1.5 billion in training, welfare, and development programmes for its employees over the past year.

The Lagos State Head of Service, Mr. Bode Agoro, stated this at the ongoing ministerial press briefing to mark the second year of the second term of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s administration.

Agoro said that the investments spanned multiple areas, including skills acquisition programmes, capacity-building retreats, industrial training placements, and post-service welfare schemes for retirees.

A highlight of the report showed that 258 retirees benefited from skills acquisition training in areas such as fish farming, soap production, and natural fruit processing.

In addition, the Directorate of Public Service Standard and Performance processed 133 approvals for postgraduate research across MDAs, while over 1,657 students were placed in MDAs for the State’s Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES).

The state also hosted several strategic conferences and retreats for civil service officers, including the 2025 Southwest Strategic Meeting of Heads of Service and a retreat for HR Directors focused on leadership development.

“This strategic investment reflects our administration’s commitment to repositioning the Public Service for optimal performance and innovation,” Agoro said.

These initiatives have not only strengthened capacity but also promoted innovation and professionalism across Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs), ensuring that the Lagos State Public Service remains one of the most efficient in the country.