Economic development and policies should be the primary essence of governance. Often, the media portrays the politics of warring factions, rather than concentrating on their policies and achievements. The current deliberate attempt in Lagos State, Nigeria at undermining distinct developmental feats is certainly not a constructive strategy that would enhance good politics, and invariably, policies.
It is imperative to understand that public-private sector collaborations have an important role to play in economic development. Lagos State is no different.
The following video highlights recent initiatives in the State:
Further, outlined below are examples of recent successful initiatives in the State.
1. Maternal and Child Centres
Under Governor Babatunde Raji Fashola (“BRF”), Lagos State have established modern Maternal and Child Centres (“MCC”), specifically dedicated for ensuring the survival of children and their mothers before and during pregnancy, as well as after delivery.
This is especially key as the level of maternal and child deaths is unacceptably high:
One out of every five children in Nigeria dies before 5;
500 newborns die daily; and
One pregnant woman dies every 10 minutes during childbirth.
The State’s initiatives have made a remarkable impact on infant mortality rates, in line with Millenium Development Goals.
2. Lagos State Accident and Emergency Centre (“LSAEC”)
Lagos State government commissioned an accident and emergency centre on Lagos-Ibadan expressway on the 14th of May 2010. Strategically located on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway, the centre offers stabilization, first aid treatment and minor surgeries to victims.
Built to international standards, the centre is equipped with X-ray equipment, laboratory services and health management information systems. The centre is designed to offer first class basic emergency health care to accident victims before being taken to hospitals.
Further, training on Pre-hospital and Hospital Emergency Care is provided continuously by 6 internationally accredited trainers: Lagos State has the best and only internationally certified public Emergency Training Centre in Nigeria.
Governor BRF stated that accident and emergency centres must be a regular feature on every highway in every part of the country.
3. Teslim Balogun Stadium
Described as the pride of Lagos City, this stadium was built to meet FIFA’s standards; a world-class stadium capable of hosting an international football championship.
The construction impressed FIFA’s Vice President – Jack Warner who commended the quality of the job and had never been astounded with such a wonder as he saw at the Teslim Balogun Stadium.
For more information on other recent developments, please visit: www.lagosindicatoronline.com.
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