By Badagry Today The Lagos State Government has directed all newly sworn-in Local Government and Local Council Development Area (LCDA) Cha...
By Badagry Today
The Lagos State Government has directed all newly sworn-in Local Government and Local Council Development Area (LCDA) Chairmen across the state to cancel all political appointments made without approval—except for the position of Chief of Staff.
This warning came after it was discovered that some of the new Chairmen went ahead to appoint aides even after Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu had clearly instructed otherwise during their inauguration.
At the swearing-in ceremony held last Sunday, the Governor made it clear that apart from the Chief of Staff, no other political appointments should be made until the Chairmen have spent at least 60 days in office. However, some Chairmen ignored this directive and began sharing appointments almost immediately.
Reacting to this development, the Lagos State Government sent out a memo dated July 31, 2025, to all 57 council bosses (20 LGs and 37 LCDAs) asking them to reverse any unauthorized appointments.
The memo, which was seen by Badagry Today, was issued by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Local Government, Mrs. Kikelomo Bolarinwa.
Below is part of the memo:
“I am to reiterate that the appointment of the Chief of Staff is the only appointment approved/permissible as you assume office, while other appointments should be stepped down until further directive.
You are enjoined to note the above and revert any appointment that has been made except the Chief of Staff.”
This move by the state government is aimed at maintaining order and ensuring due process in governance at the grassroots level.
Observers say this warning may be a test of discipline and obedience among the newly elected council bosses. Residents are now watching to see which Chairmen will comply with the order or face possible sanctions.
As of press time, no official list has been released showing the Chairmen who made unauthorized appointments, but sources say the state is monitoring developments closely.
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