Akinwunmi Ambode Sworn In As The Governor of Lagos State

At a grand ceremony at the Tafawa Balewa Square, TBS, Lagos, Mr Akinwunmi Ambode was sworn in today as the 14th Governor of Lagos State, Southwest Nigeria.

Ambode was sworn in after his deputy, Dr Oluranti Adebule was sworn in earlier by the Chief Judge of Lagos, Justice Oluwafunmilayo Atilade.

Decked in pure white ‘agbada’ and red cap to match, Ambode was next to be sworn in as the 14th Governor of Lagos State after taking the oath of allegiance and secrecy.

In his inaugural speech, the new governor said his being sworn in was an act of God and he was grateful to all Lagosians.

He said the lessons learnt from the last election was for politicians never to take the people for granted and promised to carry the people along in governance.

Ambode assured that his government would nurture the traditional institution during his administration as they stood by him during the electioneering campaign.

According to the governor, “As we collectively face the challenge to make Lagos a better place to live in, we must recognize our strength in diversity. A common national identity where everybody counts. I shall run an open government of inclusion that will not leave anyone behind. No matter your age, sex, tribe or any other status, as long as you reside in Lagos, we will make Lagos work for you.

“Lagosians are hardworking people. Lagos is thriving because of its undying entrepreneurial spirit. 

However we must realise that there are no short-cuts to success. To our youths, we must nurture good family values to succeed in any endeavour. I want our younger ones and children to draw some lessons from my story.

Anyone of you can rise up to be the best you want to be. Your background and circumstances cannot be an obstacle to your dreams. In our country, particularly in Lagos, you can always succeed. This is the Nigerian dream where hard-work, courage, perseverance, persistence, merit and rewards pay.”

Ambode urged all to embrace new thinking and be determined to succeed at all times as he was ready to encourage and nurture that dream in the children, youths and every hard-working Lagosian.

” We would reward merit, hard-work and loyalty to the state. The future is for those who dare to dream and find courage to pursue their dreams,” he said.