Ogunlana assumes duty as Lagos Permanent Secretary, pledges professionalism teamwork
The newly appointed Permanent Secretary, Cabinet Office – Office of the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Ms. Toyin Rahmat Ogunlana, has officially assumed duty with a strong commitment to discipline, professionalism, and teamwork among staff.
Ms. Ogunlana resumed at the Cabinet Office following her swearing-in by Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu alongside other Permanent Secretaries on October 10, 2025. She was warmly received on behalf of the Secretary to the State Government, Barr. ’Bimbola Salu-Hundeyin, by the Director of Administration and Human Resource, Mrs. Omotayo Gbajabiamila-Olamona, and other members of staff.
In her remarks, Mrs. Gbajabiamila-Olamona described Ms. Ogunlana as an amiable leader and administrator par excellence whose wealth of experience would greatly benefit the Office and the State Government.
Expressing gratitude for the warm reception, Ms. Ogunlana pledged to build on the achievements of her predecessors and elevate the operations of the Cabinet Office. “I will strengthen communication, teamwork, and collaboration across all departments and units to support the government’s vision of #GreaterLagosRising,” she said.
She emphasised that while she is approachable and people-oriented, she remains firm on discipline and productivity. “I am soft on people, but I do not compromise on standards,” she stated, pledging to uphold professionalism, staff welfare, and efficiency in service delivery.
Ms. Ogunlana also highlighted her commitment to digitising records and ensuring the prompt escalation of Cabinet decisions to enhance effective governance.
The ceremony featured the presentation of handover notes from the former Permanent Secretary, Mr. Kehinde Farouk Gbajumo, and a tour of departments where the new Permanent Secretary interacted with staff at their duty posts.
Before her appointment, Ms. Ogunlana served as Director-General of the Lagos State Records and Archives Bureau (LASRAB). A certified member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM) and the Institute of Strategic Management, she holds degrees in Islamic Studies, Mass Communication, and Business Administration, and brings over two decades of experience in human resources, public administration, and project management to her new role.
