Lekan Fatodu makes Sanwo-olu’s Commissioner Nominee List

The immediate past Senior Special Assistant to Governor Sanwo-Olu on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Mr. Lekan Fatodu, has been nominated as an executive member in the Governor’s second term cabinet.

The nomination of Mr. Fatodu, alongside 38 other distinguished personalities, was officially unveiled in a list released to the press on Friday, 28th July 2023.

Born in Lagos to the Fatodu’s family, the former Senior Special Assistant holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mass Communication from the prestigious University of Lagos and a Master’s degree in Diplomatic Studies from the University of Westminster, London, United Kingdom.

Fatodu, an astute politician from Odi-Olowo Local Council Development Area, Mushin Constituency 1 is a seasoned professional with a wealth of experience in international development, strategic communication, community engagement and public service.

As a PRINCE2 certified project management practitioner, Fatodu boasts over 18 years of expertise in International Development and Communications, and Diplomacy. He has left an indelible mark in various roles, including being the former publisher of Checkout Magazine, a publication focused on business and development, and serving as the lead consultant at Leeman Communication, a firm specializing in digital solutions and strategic communications.

Mr. Fatodu’s visionary leadership extends to the successful entrepreneurship forum, the Africa Shapers Initiative, which provides a dynamic platform for established and aspiring entrepreneurs across the continent to exchange innovative ideas.

In 2017, Mr. Fatodu convened the 1st African Roundtable on Business and Sustainable Development at the British Houses of Parliament, London, which brought together influential stakeholders in International Development, including the then British Prime Minister’s Envoy on Trade to Nigeria, John Howell, and the Private Parliamentary Secretary on International Trade, Iain Stewart, to foster better outcomes from collective actions.

His exceptional achievements have earned him numerous accolades, including the Most Outstanding Entrepreneur Award by Strides Media UK in 2011, and recognition for his outstanding achievements and exemplary public endeavors by the University of Lagos Alumni Association, Lagos State Chapter, in 2014, among other honors.

Renowned for his expertise and contributions to global development with a strong focus on social impact initiatives, Fatodu’s nomination as a Commissioner is a testament to his unwavering commitment to the principles of good governance and sustainable development.

As a Commissioner nominee, Mr. Fatodu is well-positioned to drive the growth and prosperity of Lagos State through his profound understanding of sustainable development goals (SDGs) and dedication to driving positive change. His appointment reflects Governor Sanwo-Olu’s commitment to selecting the best talents to lead and shape the future of Lagos State, underscoring the administration’s dedication to appointing competent and dedicated individuals to drive progress and achieve the state’s development agenda.