Lagos State government will soon introduce an Electronic Physical Planning Permit Process System that will facilitate building approval in 10 minutes.
The special adviser, e-GIS and urban development, Dr. Olajide Babatunde, revealed this during a ministerial press briefing to mark the first year of the second term in office of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s administration at Alausa, Ikeja.
The aide, who presented the report of achievement of e-GIS and the Office of Urban Development, reiterated that the innovative system would enable building approval to be obtained in just ten minutes, ensuring a seamless and efficient process for stakeholders.
The e-GIS project began in 2016 and gained momentum in 2021 when Governor Sanwo-Olu outlined a strategic plan for its implementation.
The e-GIS Office (LAGIS) has been entrusted with overseeing the project, which aims to create a comprehensive digital platform for land administration and geographic information services.
It was reported that a significant milestone was achieved on December 4, 2023, when the bill for the establishment of the Lagos Geographic Information Service (LAGIS) was presented to the Lagos State House of Assembly.
He said, “The e-GIS Office (LAGIS) fully takes over the responsibility of supervising and project managing the Lagos enterprise GIS upgrade and integrated land administration automated system.
“Thereafter, ensure the institutionalization of enterprise geographic information service statewide, up to the creation of an agency called the Lagos Geographic Information Service (LAGIS), particularly the processes leading up to the passage of its bill by the Lagos State House of Assembly.
“To ensure a smooth implementation process, stakeholders and the public will be engaged through a series of retreats and sensitisation programmes. This will foster a better understanding of the importance of the bill and the benefits of the Electronic Physical Planning Process System. With this innovative system, Lagos State is poised to become a leader in digital governance and efficient urban planning,” he said.
