By Lagos State Governor, Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu has described his predecessor, former governor Akinwunmi Ambode as a man of high level integrity, dedication and professionalism to service in the public sector.
BlackBox reports that the governor made this statement in his birthday message to the former governor who clocks 60 years today.
According to Governor Sanwo-Olu, “Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode dedicated his young and adult life to the service of Lagos State, first as a civil servant and later as the 14th Governor of our dear State.”
He said the former governor made strides as he grew in the service of the state as Council Treasurer, Auditor General for Local Government, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Finance and Accountant-General of Lagos State.
“He also made positive and significant impacts in some sectors during his tenure as Lagos State Governor, working for the continuous growth and development of our State,” Governor Sanwo-Olu also said.
He further wished Ambode a happy birthday while praying “that he witnesses many more fruitful years in good health.”
Governor Akinwunmi Ambode was Lagos governor between 2015 and 2019 when he was replaced by the incumbent governor.
