As part of effort aimed at promoting sustainable development, environmental protection, and social responsibility, the Office of the Special Adviser to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Sustainable Development Goals (OSDG), in partnership with the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) and the Lagos State Government Safety Commission, is set to hold the flagship Lagos Sustainability Summit.
Expected to bring together stakeholders from various sectors to discuss and drive sustainable initiatives in Lagos State, the summit is planned to take place on September 12, in Victoria Island, Lagos
The summit with the theme is: “Building a Resilient and Sustainable Lagos. ”it is expected to feature keynote addresses, panel discussions, and exhibitions focused on five key areas: Government Commitment to Sustainability: Showcasing strategic initiatives and policies that reflect the government’s dedication to sustainable development; Community engagement and Inclusion, fostering social cohesion by ensuring equitable participation in sustainability efforts; and ethical business practices and social impact: Promoting fair labor standards and community engagement initiatives that drive positive social impacts.
Others are: Sustainable finance: encouraging investments in projects that support the SDGs and integrating ESG criteria into financial decision-making; and sustainable supply chains – building resilient networks that support responsible waste management, local sourcing, and ethical labor practices.
Speaking about the summit, Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Sustainable Development Goals, Dr. Oreoluwa Finnih, emphasized the importance of collective action towards a sustainable future.
“We stand at a crossroads, and our choices today will determine the Lagos of tomorrow. We must innovate, adapt, and lead the way towards a resilient and sustainable city.”
She said the summit is expected to attract leaders from government, business, civil society, and academia, all working together towards a common goal of a sustainable Lagos.
Also present at the press conference were Dr. Jide Babatunde Special Adviser E-GIS; Mr Lanre Mojola DG Lagos State Safety Commission; Dr. Babatunde Ajayi GM Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency and Mr Lekan Balogun Special Adviser Budget and Planning.
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