Lagos Govt. Inaugurates Youths Centre Management C'ttee, Appoints 7 Chairmen

 By Dansu Peter  The Lagos State Ministry of Youth and Social Development has inaugurated management committees and appointed seven chairper...

 By Dansu Peter 

The Lagos State Ministry of Youth and Social Development has inaugurated management committees and appointed seven chairpersons to oversee the operations of youth centers across the state. The inauguration, held on January 15, 2025, underscores the government’s commitment to youth empowerment and community development.  

The committees, which include residents, members of Community Development Associations (CDAs), and youth representatives, are tasked with managing the daily operations and maintenance of the centers. This inclusive strategy ensures efficient administration while strengthening the centers' roles as vital hubs for youth engagement and development.  

Speaking at the event in the ministry’s conference room, the Commissioner for Youth and Social Development, Hon. Mobolaji Ogunlende, highlighted that the initiative aligns with Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s THEMES PLUS agenda, which prioritizes youth welfare and social inclusion. He emphasized that fostering a supportive environment for young people is essential to building a more equitable and progressive society.  

The Appointees and the Commissioner for Youths, Lagos 

In an official Facebook post, Ogunlende introduced the newly appointed chairmen, expressing confidence in their ability to enhance the centers’ impact on Lagos youths.  

“For my dear youths in Lagos, I want to formally unveil and introduce to you your respective chairmen of our youth centers in Lagos,” he wrote.  

The newly appointed chairmen and their respective centers are:  

• Gbagada Youth Center: Dr. Madewa Adebajo  
• Campos Youth Center, Surulere: Mr. Alli Isiaka  
• Badagry Youth Center: Mr. Shehu Olanrewaju  
• Akinwunmi Lagos Youth House: Comrade Ibrahim Adigun  
• Lafiaji Youth Center: Mr. Hammed Olaufe  
• Ikorodu Youth Center: Mr. Olayinka K.A  
• Oba Sanni Komolafe Youth Center: Chief Ogunwo Olugbenga  

The youth centers, constructed by the Lagos State Ministry of Youth and Social Development, are designed to enhance physical and mental well-being while fostering personal and cognitive skill development among young people.  

Hon. Ogunlende congratulated the appointees and encouraged them to deliver on their mandate. “Once again, I want to congratulate the Management Committee Members, and I am confident that our youth centers are in safe hands and will continue to be of great benefit to our youths,” he stated.  

This development underscores the Lagos State Government's commitment to empowering young people, promoting social inclusion, and fostering community engagement through effective management of youth centers.