The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has stressed that the proposed N4.237 trillion 2026 budget must prioritize residents’ needs and drive inclusive growth across the state. His comments came during Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s presentation of the 2026 Appropriation Bill, dubbed the “Budget of Shared Prosperity.”

Key highlights:

• The budget should strengthen economic resilience, enhance welfare, improve security, and support sustainable infrastructure development.
• Obasa emphasized Lagos’ progress stems from collective effort, strategic planning, and inclusive governance, rather than arrogance.
• The Assembly has previously enacted over 100 laws and passed more than 1,500 resolutions to improve governance and residents’ lives.
• Priority sectors in the 2026 budget include healthcare, education, transportation, security, and governance.
• Obasa urged lawmakers to review the bill carefully to ensure it serves the collective interests of Lagos residents.
• He praised Governor Sanwo-Olu for his prudence and resilience in sustaining key infrastructural projects despite economic challenges.
• The Speaker also acknowledged President Bola Tinubu’s leadership, highlighting the impact of the Renewed Hope Agenda on national development.

Bottom line: The 2026 Lagos budget aims to be people-focused, growth-oriented, and inclusive, with governance and policies designed to benefit all residents.