Lagos State Government has reiterated its commitment to collaborate with the French community to foster employment and employability of youths in the state through the cultural and linguistic ties.
Sanwo-Olu, who was represented by his deputy, Dr. Obafemi Hamza, gave the assurance, yesterday, when he received a delegation led by the French Minister of State for Development, Francophone and International Partnerships, Mrs. Chrysoula Zacharopoulou, at the Deputy Governor’s official residence.
“There are very few countries in Africa that don’t speak English or French, and if one can speak both languages, you are able to communicate in most African countries. And this is something to prepare our youths for so they can be global citizens.”
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