The Lagos State House of Assembly on Tuesday confirmed the appointments of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s nominees for the state Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC) and other agencies.
The appointments followed the screening of the candidates by a 12-man ad-hoc committee of the House headed by the Chief Whip, Hon. Mojeed Fatai.
Just before the confirmation of the nominees, Fatai said the committee conducted a thorough screening of the credentials and experiences of each nominee, adding that they are all capable of holding government offices.
Adding his voice, a member of the House, Hon. Sa’ad Olumoh said that the nominees are “round pegs in round holes”. He added that the nominees’ impressive credentials and professional expertise make them the ideal candidates for their respective roles.
The House also approved nominations for the Office of the State Auditor-General; the General Manager of the Lagos State Electricity Board (LSEB), and the Executive Secretary of the Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF).
The confirmed appointees are as follows:
For LASIEC, the confirmed appointees include Hon. Justice Bola Okikiolu Ighile (rtd.) – Chairman; Samson Ajibade – member; Oluwo Akin Durojaiye – member; Dr. Metilelu Olumide Olusola – member; Aileru Abeeb Dapo – member; Hon. Oladele Adekanye – member.
For the Office of the Auditor-General,
Mr. Adetola Muyiwa John was confirmed, while Engr. Balogun Kamaldeen Abiodun Temidayo was confirmed as the General Manager of LSEB.
Also, Mrs. Feyisayo Alayande was confirmed as Executive Secretary, LSETF.
The Deputy Speaker, Hon. Mojisola Lasbat Meranda, who presided over the plenary, confirmed the nominees adding that the development underscores the Assembly’s commitment to enhancing governance and delivering quality leadership across the state.
