Since the turn of the century, the city of Lagos has emerged as a major economic and cultural hub in Nigeria and the African sub-region.
With a population of over 20 million people, Lagos is not only the largest city in Nigeria but also one of the fastest-growing cities in Africa. With a population of over 20 million people, Lagos is not only the largest city in Nigeria but also one of the fastest-growing cities in Africa.
Lagos State is a confluence, no doubt! It is home to a diverse population that cuts across ethnic, religious, political, and socio-economic backgrounds. Little wonder it is generally referred to as a ‘Mini Nigeria’ considering its amalgam of tongues. This diversity nevertheless needs to be addressed within the context of the needs and aspirations of the varying groups that crave for education in the state.
Speaking at a two-day Senate zonal public hearing on the review of the 1999 Constitution in Lagos, Sanwo-Olu said his crave for a special status for the state was predicated on the sensitive role Lagos plays in the national economy despite its restricted land mass. “For us in Lagos State, the issues of state police and fiscal federalism are at the top of the priority list in this ongoing review process.
Pupils across other South-West states take the next chunk with 68,511, amounting to 51.31 percent. Their counterparts from the South-East followed, claiming another huge 23,979 population, representing 17.82 percent. South-South is 8,355, indicating 6.26 percent, while North-East has 1,008 pupils, amounting to 0.75 percent.
Also, the former state-owned polytechnic, Lagos State Polytechnic, was equally upgraded to Lagos State University of Technology , making three state-owned universities in Lagos State. One of the reasons for the government’s initiatives is the fad for university education, which has now become global.
“ It is also imperative to undertake all legislative reforms necessary to make participation of the private sector and multiple levels of government possible so that the city’s inhabitants may avail themselves of the most equitable and sustainable social, political, and economic environment possible.”
With a population of over 20 million people, Lagos is not only the largest city in Nigeria but also one of the fastest-growing cities in Africa.
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