The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has felicitated with his predecessor, Akinwunmi Ambode on the occasion of his 60th birthday anniversary on June 14.
The Governor’s congratulatory message was contained in a statement on Tuesday issued through his Media Adviser, Gboyega Akosile, and made available to newsmen, in Lagos.
Sanwo-Olu said Ambode had contributed immensely as a former Accountant-General as well as ex-Governor to the growth and development of Lagos State in different capacities, especially in the finance sector.
He described Ambode as a seasoned administrator who contributed his knowledge and expertise to the growth of the public service in Lagos State.
The statement reads, “On behalf of my adorable wife, Ibijoke, the government and good people of Lagos State, I join family, friends and political associates of my predecessor, former Governor Akinwunmi Ambode to congratulate him on his 60th birthday.
“Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode dedicated his young and adult life to the service of Lagos State, first as a civil servant and later as the 14th Governor of our dear Lagos State.
“As Council Treasurer, Auditor General for Local Government, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Finance and Accountant-General of Lagos State, he displayed a high level of integrity, dedication and professionalism to service in the public sector.”