We must make sure Lagosians trust government, says youth commissioner

The Commissioner for Youth and Social Development, Mr Mobolaji Ogunlende, has said stakeholders in youth development have a significant role to play in building people’s confidence in government.

The commissioner said this during a stakeholder meeting with the rank and file in the Ministry at Alausa, Ikeja, adding that the ministry had inclusive and strategic mandate to enhance the trust of people in the government.

According to him, If Lagosians must believe in the administration of Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, everyone charged with the responsibility of implementing youth-oriented policies and initiatives must be committed to their duties.

“Many Lagosians, particularly the youth are looking up to our Ministry for social support structure. Our initiatives and programmes have a direct impact in the operation of institutions across the state. We cannot afford to be complacent or rest on our oars”, he stated.

He pointed out that Mr. Governor has directed all Ministries, Agencies and Department to hit the ground running and execute programmes that will improve the life of the people.

“Mr Governor has just four years to deliver on his electoral promises. As a result, we must maximize the time at our disposal to restore the people’s confidence in government. This can only happen if everyone contribute their quota by discharging their duties effectively and efficiently,” the commissioner added.

Ogunlende encouraged members of staff to see their role as social workers whose humanitarian services could only be well rewarded by God.

The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Mrs Toyin Oke-Osanyintolu said the Ministry has more responsibility now that the T.H.E.M.E.S  Plus Agenda has broadened the mandate of the Ministry.

“This implies that we are going to have more programmes to engage the youths in the state. This engagement will cover both those in the formal and informal settings moving forward”, she said.