Lagos Youth Commissioner Swaps Roles with Youngster in Empowerment Drive!

Lagos Youth Commissioner Swaps Roles with Youngster in Empowerment Drive!

Reported By Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa

In a heartwarming show of youth inclusion and mentorship, Lagos State Commissioner for Youth and Social Development, Mobolaji Ogunlende, on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, fulfilled his promise by allowing Layemi Ekundayo, a bright young Lagosian, to serve symbolically as “Commissioner for a Day.”

The initiative, held at the Ministry’s headquarters in Alausa, is part of the state government’s broader mission to empower young people and promote leadership among teenagers.

“This moment is about inspiring young minds to believe in public service and the future of Lagos,” Ogunlende said during the handover ceremony. [1]

Key Details:

• Layemi Ekundayo earned the opportunity after excelling in a youth-focused competition aimed at encouraging civic participation.
• She participated in official meetings, offered perspectives on youth development, and presented her vision for community engagement.
• The symbolic role included working closely with directors and stakeholders at the Ministry for Youth and Social Development.

Why It Matters:

• The initiative promotes early civic education and builds leadership skills in the next generation.
• It reflects Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s administration’s emphasis on inclusive governance and youth empowerment.
• The program has been praised across social media platforms as a model for engaging young people in governance.

Citations:

1. Lagos State Government – Official X (Twitter) Post (@followlasg), Nov. 11, 2025
2. Lagos Ministry of Youth & Social Development – Press Briefing, Nov. 2025
3. Channels TV – “Lagos Youth Commissioner Fulfils Promise to Teen Leader” (Nov. 2025)
4. The Nation Nigeria “Teen Takes Over as Commissioner in Lagos” (Nov. 2025)