The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting the health and wellbeing of its workforce, emphasizing the importance of physical fitness for effective service delivery.
The Head of Service, Mr. Bode Agoro, disclosed this during the Walk for Fitness exercise held on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at the Adeyemi Bero Auditorium, The Secretariat, Alausa, Ikeja, as part of activities marking the Y2025 Public Service Week Celebration.
Agoro urged public servants to make regular exercise a part of their lifestyle, noting that physical fitness is essential for maintaining good health and improving workplace productivity.
“Regular exercise helps us stay fit and sharp, both mentally and physically. As public servants, we must prioritize our health so that we can continue to serve Lagosians effectively,” Agoro said.
He commended public servants for their participation in the fitness exercise and lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda as well as Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s administration for their unwavering commitment to the welfare of workers and residents of the State.
Other key officials who spoke at the event also emphasized the importance of health, safety, and compliance as key pillars of a productive public service.The
Permanent Secretary, Public Service Office, Mrs. Sunkanmi Oyegbola, described a healthy workforce as a productive one, urging workers to take advantage of initiatives that promote wellness.
Similarly, the Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Health Management Agency (LASHMA), Dr. Emmanuella Zamba, encouraged public servants to enroll in the State’s health insurance scheme for improved access to quality healthcare services.
On his part, the General Manager, Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, appealed to all public servants to obey traffic regulations and cooperate with LASTMA officers to ensure order and safety on Lagos roads.
The Chairman, Y2025 Walk for Fitness Exercise and Permanent Secretary, Lands Bureau, Mr. Kamar Olowoshago, expressed his appreciation to the Lagos State Government for sustaining the initiative, describing it as an effective way of promoting healthy living among workers.
The well-attended event was met with enthusiasm as participants commended the State Government for prioritizing the wellbeing of its workforce through wellness-centered initiatives such as the Walk for Fitness.
“This exercise demonstrates the government’s commitment to the holistic welfare of its workforce — physically, mentally, and socially,” Agoro added.
