Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has been decorated as a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria (CIPM) in recognition of his commitment to human capital development, public service professionalism and sustainable growth.
The governor disclosed this following a meeting with the leadership of the institute, led by its President, Mallam Ahmed Ladan Gobir, at Lagos House, Marina.
Sanwo-Olu described the recognition as an encouragement to his administration’s efforts to invest in people, strengthen public institutions and promote professionalism within the Lagos State public service.
According to him, human capital remains central to the development agenda of his administration, stressing that the progress of the state depends largely on the skills, knowledge and commitment of its workforce.
He noted that investing in people and improving the quality of public service delivery are essential to achieving sustainable economic growth and building a more efficient government.
The governor also emphasised the importance of professional development and effective personnel management in creating a public service capable of responding to the needs and expectations of Lagos residents.
Sanwo-Olu expressed gratitude to the CIPM council for the honour, describing the fellowship as a recognition of the importance his administration places on human resource development and institutional growth.
He also acknowledged the institute’s continued partnership with the Lagos State Government, expressing optimism that their collaboration would further strengthen efforts to build a more productive and professional workforce.
The Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria is the professional body responsible for promoting human resource management standards and professional development in the country.
The fellowship conferred on the governor highlights the role of effective leadership and human resource management in public administration.
Sanwo-Olu reiterated his administration’s commitment to developing the capacity of public servants, strengthening institutions and creating an enabling environment for sustainable development across Lagos State.
The engagement further underscored the importance of collaboration between government and professional bodies in advancing workforce development and improving governance.
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