The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Mission Director, Ms. Melissa Jones, was received by Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, earlier today at the Lagos House Marina.
Partnerships in Nigeria’s morbidity and mortality rate are among the topics addressed, with a focus on health insurance to guarantee that everyone has a safety net.
Water resources, agriculture, energy, and the environment are other areas of emphasis. Along with the creative industries, nutrition and sanitary issues were also top of mind.
Ms. Jones commended the efforts of Governor @jidesanwoolu, whose commitment and political will have played a significant role in the accelerated development and significant expansion of Lagos State in all areas of concern.
In his remarks, the Governor addressed the main concerns brought up and outlined the actions taken by his administration in each instance, but he also asked USAID for additional support in order to improve the lives of Lagos residents.
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