Speaker of Lagos State House of Assembly Hon. Mudashiru Obasa has assured that more laws would be passed to protect residents of the state, saying the state is relatively the safest part of the country because of conscious steps taken by successive governments since 1999.
The speaker who stated this in his message to Muslims as they marked this year’s Eid-el Kabir noted that the celebration affords Muslims a conscious effort to show love, sacrifice for one another and ensure a peaceful environment that should continue even after the period.
He emphasised that the peace enjoyed by Lagos residents and investors is the result of the passion of those in government to make the state habitable at all times.
“In relation to safety of lives and property, Lagos remains a shining light, a good example of a government that works for its people. With all the arms of the government working together, we have achieved great feats in the area of security.
“Your representatives at the House of Assembly have never shied away from the task of making our dear state attractive and better for its residents. We have made laws and passed resolutions that have helped in this regard.
“The creation of the Neighborhood Safety Corps and other related agencies, the anti-kidnapping and the anti-cultism laws which prescribe serious punishments as well as our review of the criminal justice law of the state are perfect examples of our resolve to always ensure pro-people activities at the House.
“We are encouraged by the feedback we constantly receive from both residents of our state and our colleagues in many parts of Africa. We will continue to make Lagos a success,” Obasa said.
