Lagos State Govt Wins Nairametrics Fixed Income Issuance Year Award 

The award reflects growing investor confidence in Lagos State’s fiscal management framework and acknowledges the State’s strategic deployment of the capital market, including its record-breaking bond issuances, to finance critical infrastructure, stimulate economic growth and drive sustainable development.

It also underscores the success of the Babajide Sanwo-Olu administration in strengthening public finance, maintaining fiscal discipline and expanding access to long-term funding for transformational projects across the State.

Receiving the award on behalf of Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu at the Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos, the Honourable Commissioner for Finance, Mr. Abayomi Oluyomi, expressed appreciation to the organisers for the recognition and reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to strengthening institutions, promoting transparency and advancing responsible wealth creation through policies that support enterprise, expand opportunities and foster sustainable economic growth.

In his words, “This award is a testament to the confidence that investors and stakeholders continue to place in Lagos State’s economic vision and fiscal management framework. Trust remains the foundation of every thriving capital market, and we are committed to sustaining policies that promote transparency, accountability and responsible wealth creation”.

“Lagos State will continue to leverage innovative financing mechanisms and strategic partnerships to accelerate infrastructure development, unlock economic opportunities and improve the quality of life of our residents. We are honoured by this recognition and remain focused on building a stronger, more resilient and globally competitive economy”, the HC added.

The award further reinforces Lagos State’s position as a preferred investment destination and a model of fiscal sustainability, while highlighting the impact of the Sanwo-Olu administration’s THEMES+ Agenda on the growth and transformation of Africa’s largest sub-national economy.