A former governor of Lagos State, Babatunde Fashola, has said there is a need for the government to embrace openness and earn the trust of the citizens.
This was as he said the citizens would be able to emphatise with the government amid challenges.
The News Agency of Nigeria reports that Fashola spoke on Wednesday during the graduation of 30 fellows of the Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy.
The ceremony took place in the Lekki area of Lagos.
Fashola, who was the guest speaker at the ceremony, said, “The people need to trust the government, they must know the capability of their leaders so that when issues beyond human expectations happen, the followers can show empathy to the plight of their leaders.
“I have always been an advocate that believes that the process is as important as the result; the end shouldn’t justify the means, the process is crucial, it serves as a blueprint for others coming behind.”
On his part, the Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, said the state expected the 30 new graduates to come up with solutions to some of the challenges confronting the nation and the world.
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu called for the use of innovative technologies in resolving the economic and social challenges of the country.
“You have to be able to innovate for us; you are here as leaders of not tomorrow but today. Proffer solutions that the government can use as a tool to solve the challenges that we are facing today but more importantly, to solve global issues.
“And that is why we started the Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy. We set up this school that has the first set, the one-year fellowship, who indeed have not only shown us that we took the right step but they have also been outstanding individuals,” Sanwo-Olu said.
NAN reports that 30 students, between 18 and 35 years old, graduated from the academy after a one-year course and mentorship in leadership.
The Lagos Leadership Summit is a platform dedicated to empowering Nigeria’s young professionals with the skills and insights essential for success in various leadership roles.
With a focus on leadership excellence, ethical governance, and youth inclusion in governance, the summit offers a unique opportunity for participants to engage with renowned leaders and industry experts.
