Lagos state Governor, Akinwunmi Ambode, has given Lagosians a shocking revelation as they stepped into the year 2016.

Reaches Out To Lagosians
Governor Akinwunmi Ambode said the year
2016 would usher in economic challenges.
Vanguard reports that Ambode in his New
Year message, on Friday, January 1, to
residents, revealed that the year 2016 would
usher in economic challenges.
He then assured residents that the state
would, however, ensure it survives any
stormy economic weather.
The governor explained that state had always
been resilient and would rely on its self-
reliance to scale through the economic
challenges.
According to him, the past seven months of
his administration had been tough, but with
the patience and support of the residents,
especially their positive criticism, his
government had started showing positive
outlook on innovation and inclusion.
Ambode said: “I am aware that 2016 will also
bring economic challenges due to pressures of
dwindling revenue from the centre, but Lagos
has always been resilient and must consolidate
on its self-reliance to ensure it survives any
inclement economic weather.”
Governor Ambode promised lagosians that
despite the stormy weather, 2016 holds
improved security, creation of job
opportunities as well as greater focus on
positive infrastructural development. He also
stated that 2016 will be a ground breaking
year for residents.


“I have been lifted by the support and love
shown to me and my government by well-
meaning Lagosians and I am encouraged to
redouble efforts to deliver the Lagos of our
dreams,” he said.
Ambode pleaded for the continued support of
people by regularly paying their tax as well
as abide to their civic responsibilities.
The governor wished all lagosians the very
best in the New Year as well as promised to
rededicate himself to the social contract with
them.
Meanwhile, before the governor sent his New
Year message, Naij.com had a chat with
lagosians from different walks of life on what
Ambode should do in 2016.
Recall that weeks ago Ambode disclosed that
his government will roll out a free meal
programme for pupils in the state’s schools.
He said the kids will be getting one meal
every school day, and he said the state
government and federal government will split
the cost.