The Lagos State commissioner for home affairs, Olanrewaju Elegushi has said in spite of the global health, economic and social challenges, Lagos, Nigeria’s economic hub and centre of commerce remains forward-looking.
Elegushi stated this during the recent Lagos 2020 Christmas Carol. According to the commissioner, the state continues to stand tall notwithstanding the Covid-19 pandemic, the ENDSARS protest and their negative consequences.
Elegushi said: “The end of the year is a period of sober reflection, a time to take stock of all activities from the beginning of the year in order to express our gratitude to the Most High for His divine intervention in Lagos State. Despite our challenges, we are still standing tall by His grace. I implore us all to count our blessings and give thanks because He is indeed Lord over All!
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“Globally, the coronavirus took all nations by surprise. The great nations were brought to their knees, Africa and Nigeria, in particular, was prophesied to witness countless deaths but with fervent prayers, determination and hard work, we are coming out of the woods. This is worthy of thanking God for.”
‘’We cannot but remember those who have fallen on the way, our hearts are with their families even as we pray that the almighty will rest their souls and give the families affected the fortitude to bear the irreparable losses.
Also speaking, the permanent secretary, ministry of home affairs, Elizabeth Adekanye thanked God for what he has done for Lagos State and its citizens through the year and prayed God to continue to increase the prosperity of the state in all ramifications.
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