Lagos State Commissioner for Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade and Investment, Mrs Folashade Ambrose, has launched a private initiative aimed at addressing unemployment, health challenges and other issues in her constituency. According to the commissioner, the new initiative titled ‘My Health, My Prosperity Outreach’ (Igbega Ilera, Igbega Oro Aje), aligned with Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s T.H.
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S.+ Development Agenda that focuses on enhancing healthcare, empowerment and promoting social inclusion to ensure that Lagos remains a 21st-century economy where no one is left behind. Speaking at the inauguration of the community outreach at Idi Omo, Isale Eko, Lagos Island, Mrs Ambrose highlighted the significance of tackling health challenges, closing the skills gap, promoting preventive care and fostering entrepreneurship among the residents of the area.
“Today’s initiative is a testament to my unwavering commitment to uplifting the lives of our people by addressing two critical pillars of development: access to healthcare and skills acquisition. As the saying goes, “Health is wealth” (Ilera loogun oro). “Lagos Island, as the heart of Lagos State, occupies a central role in our collective efforts to transform lives and create opportunities.
It is here that local vendors from food sellers to medicine providers and event managers thrive, contributing to the vibrant tapestry of our community in Isale Eko,” the commissioner said. She maintained that the community ou.
