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Lagos State Public Works Corporation Bill Scales Second Reading
In a move to address challenges relating to infrastructure in Lagos, the State House of Assembly on Monday advanced a critical legislative initiative as the Lagos State Public Works Corporation Bill scaled a second reading.
The Speaker of the Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, who presided over the session, subsequently committed the Bill to the House Committee on Works and Infrastructure chaired by Hon. Desmond Elliot for further legislative scrutiny.
The Committee is expected to present its findings and recommendations to the House within two weeks.
The proposed law seeks to establish a corporation that will be responsible for developing and maintaining the state’s road networks, a move that the legislators believe will significantly improve Lagos infrastructure.
Earlier, Hon. Elliot had outlined key provisions and benefits of the proposed Law before the lawmakers.
He emphasised that the bill would replace an existing law governing public works in Lagos State in order to enhance the corporation’s operational efficiency and provide streamlined access to funds for road maintenance and development.
Expressing his support, Hon. Abiodun Tobun, stated that the bill was timely. He noted the urgent need for efficient road maintenance in the State’s high-density areas.
He further advocated for senatorial representation on the corporation’s board to ensure balanced oversight, while recommending that adequate funding be allocated to the corporation to meet the rising demands for infrastructure development in the State.
Echoing this sentiment, Hon. Sa’ad Lukman Olumoh, highlighted the economic benefits of the bill.
“With the high rate of inflation, this bill is crucial to reducing financial strains on the government while ensuring road improvements align with the State’s developmental goals,” he said.
Further underscoring the bill’s importance, Hon. Moshood Aro stressed that it would address pressing infrastructural needs while promoting accountability.
He advised that the corporation should prioritise serving public interest over profit generation, which he believes would foster public trust.
However, Hon. Tijani Suraju offered a contrasting perspective, suggesting that given the corporation’s alignment with the State government, it might be more practical to avoid external borrowing for its operations.
As Lagos continues to expand, the lawmakers are hopeful that the Bill, if passed into Law, will be a pivotal step in enhancing road infrastructure and ensuring a smoother transition across the state.
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