Agoro Pledges Smarter, Tech-driven Workforce In Lagos

Lagos State Head of Service, Mr Bode Agoro, has restated the state government’s commitment to harnessing technology’s potential to build a more innovative, agile, and globally competitive workforce.

Agoro stated this at a press briefing to unveil the 2025 Public Service Week activities at the Public Service Office, Alausa, saying the celebration would appreciate workers’ contributions and underline the administration’s focus on digital transformation.

“The event is projected to appreciate and celebrate our ever-dedicated and committed Public Servants for their numerous contributions and efforts towards attaining good governance and efficient service delivery,” Agoro said.

He explained that the theme, “Deepening Technology for a Smart and Agile Public Service,” reflects the state government’s determination to deploy technology for transparency, efficiency, and citizen engagement.

“You will agree that technology plays a crucial role in today’s business world,” he noted.

“Therefore, embracing this development to enhance service delivery, promote innovation, and build a responsive Public Service is very important,” he added.

Agoro applauded Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for leading a digital transformation agenda prioritising infrastructure and capacity development investments.

He says, “Lagos State has prioritised digital transformation, investing in digital infrastructure and capacity development to ensure our Public Service remains globally competitive. This commitment has enabled us to streamline processes, improve data-driven decision-making and enhance citizen engagement.”

He stressed the government’s commitment to workforce development: “Our investment in digital training for Public Servants shall continue to ensure they remain relevant in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.

We will also continue to leverage technology to enhance citizens’ participation in governance and get the required feedback to improve service delivery.”

Dwelling on the week-long celebration, he said, ‘’ It will commence on Friday, October 3, with health screenings for civil servants at the Adeyemi-Bero Auditorium and an exceptional Jumat Service at the Alausa Secretariat Mosque. On Saturday, October 4, a Walk-for-Fitness will occur in Ikeja, while an interdenominational thanksgiving service will follow at the Chapel of Christ the Light, Alausa, on Sunday, October 5. The following day, October 6, donations from ministries, private organisations and individuals will be presented to orphanages and charity homes, alongside continued health screenings for public servants.’’

Agoro praised civil servants’ dedication, describing them as “crucial to driving national development and addressing complex challenges confronting the nation.”