The Lagos State Government successfully hosted its 2025 Job Fair, drawing more than 5,000 young job seekers, graduates, and entrepreneurs to the event. This significant turnout was announced in a statement by the Lagos State Government on Friday.
The fair featured participation from over 300 organizations across various sectors, including ICT, finance, manufacturing, healthcare, logistics, media, and creative industries.
Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, who was represented by the Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, emphasized the administration’s commitment to equipping Lagosians, especially the youth, with essential tools, skills, and opportunities to succeed in today’s competitive economy.
Organized by the Ministry of Wealth Creation and Employment, the Governor described the event as a testament to the State Government’s dedication to fostering an inclusive economy that nurtures talent and ambition. The theme of this year’s fair, “Your Career, Your Way: Explore Endless Possibilities,” resonates with the aspirations of Lagos youth, encouraging them to pursue careers and entrepreneurial ventures that align with their strengths.
Under the T.H.E.M.E.S Plus Development Agenda, youth empowerment remains a top priority, with ongoing investments in skills acquisition, vocational training, digital literacy, and entrepreneurship support.
Olabode Agoro, Head of Service, represented by Toriola Abdulafeez, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Housing, called on stakeholders to support the State Government in implementing sustainable wealth creation programs.
Hon. Akinyemi Ajigbotafe, the Honourable Commissioner for Wealth Creation and Employment, noted that the Job Fair is more than just an event; it is a lifeline and a promise kept by Governor Sanwo-Olu’s administration. He revealed that over 200,000 jobs have been created in the past four years through various initiatives, including the Graduate Internship Placement Programme and vocational training centers.
Ajigbotafe also highlighted the significant financial support provided through the Lagos State Employment Trust Fund to small businesses and young entrepreneurs, enabling them to create more jobs.
The fair included a panel discussion featuring Boladele Dapo-Thomas, Chairman of the Lagos State Civil Service Commission, with Olubusola Abidakun, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Establishment and Training, moderating the session. The event concluded with expressions of gratitude towards Governor Sanwo-Olu for his leadership and support of youth empowerment initiatives.
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