Lagos State Government pledges support for Code of Conduct Bureau
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB) in carrying out its mandate within the state.
The governor made this pledge on Thursday during a courtesy visit by Abdulsalam Taofiq Olawale, Federal Commissioner of the South West Zone of the CCB, at the State House in Marina.
During the meeting, Governor Sanwo-Olu expressed his gratitude to the bureau for recognizing the ongoing efforts of his administration. He emphasized the importance of the CCB’s work, describing the agency as essential in maintaining checks and balances within government operations.
“Your agency is crucial in upholding transparency and accountability. Beyond the asset verification for which it is well-known, the CCB is engaged in a wide range of activities that further promote good governance,” the governor said.
Sanwo-Olu assured Olawale that his government would provide the necessary resources to ensure the bureau’s tasks are carried out seamlessly in Lagos.
He also acknowledged the bureau’s suggestion to educate public officials on accurately filling out asset declaration forms, stating that the Lagos State Government would work towards organizing interactive sessions to enhance understanding and prevent errors.
“For us in Lagos, it’s about doing the right thing. We will continue to create a conducive environment for your work and provide the support needed to ensure the process runs smoothly,” Sanwo-Olu reiterated.
In response, Federal Commissioner Olawale thanked the governor for his warm reception and the ongoing collaboration between the Lagos State Government and the CCB. He called for further support in the fight against corruption, noting that while corruption cannot be entirely eradicated, it can be significantly reduced.
“The work of the bureau extends beyond asset verification. We also need your assistance in getting public officers to fulfill their obligations, particularly in submitting their asset declaration forms,” Olawale said.
He added that the bureau is preparing to conduct field verifications of submitted assets but may or may not inform the public officers beforehand to ensure accuracy in the declarations. Olawale also proposed that if public officers are unable to visit the bureau’s office, they can submit their forms via courier to facilitate compliance.
The courtesy visit highlights the ongoing partnership between Lagos State and the Code of Conduct Bureau, as both parties continue to work toward greater accountability and transparency in governance.
