Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Monday, inaugurated the Lagos State Market Advisory Council (LASMAC) and charged them to work diligently to enhance market operations, improve safety, promote truthful commerce, and create an setting the place companies can flourish.
Governor Sanwo-Olu, who urged merchants to shun sharp practices throughout enterprise transactions, inspired members of the Lagos State Market Advisory Council to be proactive, clear, and inclusive of their method.
Talking throughout the swearing-in of the 21 members of the Market Advisory Council led by the Iyaloja-Basic, Chief (Mrs) Folashade Tinubu-Ojo, at Lagos Home, Ikeja, Governor Sanwo-Olu stated his administration is absolutely dedicated to supporting merchants via considerate insurance policies, infrastructure enhancements, and initiatives that construct capability.
The Governor stated the Council performs an important function in managing and creating markets, which aren’t simply important to the financial system of Lagos State however are additionally the very coronary heart of the communities.
He stated: “Our markets are extra than simply locations to purchase and promote; they’re vigorous hubs of tradition, innovation, and social connection. They assist the livelihoods of tens of millions of Lagosians and play a significant function within the {economic} progress of the state. With this in thoughts, this administration made it a precedence to deal with the event, safety, and sustainability of our markets.
“The expansion and ongoing improvement of LASMAC actually mirror our dedication to inclusive governance. By uniting market leaders, merchants, and authorities officers, LASMAC acts as a significant hub for locating options, dialog, and teamwork. It ensures that our merchants’ voices are heard, their points are addressed, and their companies obtain the assist they want.
“This administration is absolutely dedicated to supporting you thru considerate insurance policies, infrastructure enhancements, and initiatives that construct capability. I need to emphasise that your success is instantly tied to the success of Lagos State. I really imagine that together with your dedication and collaboration, we are able to modernise our markets, improve entry to know-how, and create buying and selling environments which can be safer, cleaner, and extra environment friendly.
“I congratulate members of our new Market Advisory Council, and I look ahead to seeing our markets developed as true reflections of the colourful, resilient, and entrepreneurial spirit of Lagos.”
Talking earlier, Lagos State Commissioner for Native Authorities, Chieftaincy Affairs and Rural Improvement, Mr Bolaji Robert, stated the swearing in of recent LASMAC members is one other nice stride by the Governor Sanwo-Olu administration in making certain steady progress of the financial system and fostering improvement of varied markets in Lagos State.
He stated the inauguration is in accordance with the bye-laws that established the Lagos State Market Advisory Council, noting that the brand new Council comes on board a various group of particular person leaders of their fields, who’re passionate advocates for market improvement.
