Lagos State Government Accelerates Urban Development Initiatives
Urban Development: Lagos State Government Eyes Infrastructure Upgrade and Economic Growth
The Lagos State Government is accelerating urban development initiatives, with a focus on infrastructure upgrade and economic growth. This was revealed by the Special Adviser to the state governor on Electronic Geographical Information System (eGIS), Mr. Olajide Babatunde, during an inspection and assessment tour of some renovated and upgraded government facilities, including urban development projects at Alausa, Ikeja.
Transforming Lagos into a 21st Century City
Babatunde highlighted ongoing projects aimed at transforming Lagos into a 21st Century city. These projects include the re-development of Dosunmu Market, following a fire incident, and the transformation of Gberewura Onirin Market into a modern shopping mall featuring anchor tenants such as ShopRite and a cinema. He also mentioned that Jankara Market re-development had reached approximately 60% completion.
Infrastructure Projects
The government is also developing infrastructure projects, including the construction of a world-class international shopping centre with mixed-use facilities, including residential and hotel components. Additionally, logistics hubs with completed facilities at Epe and ongoing constructions at Ikorodu are being developed. Road construction projects are also underway.
Technological Advancements
Babatunde said that the Lagos Geographic Information Service (GIS) building is almost completed, and plans are in place to establish GIS units in various government agencies. The government is also automating land use charge billing and digitizing land records. The office of the state surveyor-general is working with new auto photo and lidar images to improve the state’s mapping system.
Policy and Regulation
The state is developing a new urban policy and building code for sustainable urban growth. The Lagos State House of Assembly is being asked to pass a law concerning the Lagos Geographic Information Service.
Agricultural Initiatives
The government is establishing agricultural hubs and settlements to enhance food security. A four-kilometre designation for a special agricultural zone was recently completed. The state government is also re-developing its office spaces to increase workers’ efficiency.
Conclusion
The Lagos State Government is committed to improving the quality of life for residents and fostering economic prosperity. The collaborative efforts of various government agencies have been crucial to the success of the THEMES Plus Agenda of the Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu administration in making the state a 21st Century city.
FAQs
Q: What are the goals of the Lagos State Government’s urban development initiatives?
A: The goals include infrastructure upgrade, economic growth, and transforming Lagos into a 21st Century city.
Q: What are some of the ongoing projects in the urban development sector?
A: Some of the ongoing projects include the re-development of Dosunmu Market, transformation of Gberewura Onirin Market, and construction of a world-class international shopping centre.
Q: What are the technological advancements being made by the government?
A: The government is developing GIS units in various government agencies, automating land use charge billing, and digitizing land records.
Source: nannews.ng
