The Lagos State Government has partnered with the U.S.-based Project Management Institute (PMI) to improve project management practices across 45 Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) in the state [cf820abb]. The collaboration aims to optimize resources and streamline the execution of the 1,830 ongoing capital projects in Lagos [cf820abb]. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu supervised the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the State House in Marina [cf820abb]. The partnership is timely given the challenges posed by global economic disruptions and high material costs [cf820abb].
The MoU was signed by the Project Implementation and Monitoring Unit (PIMU) of the State Government and PMI's team, led by Mr. George Asamani, Managing Director for Sub-Saharan Africa [cf820abb]. The collaboration will enhance project management practices and deliver projects with quality assurance [cf820abb].
In addition to the partnership with PMI, the Lagos State Government announced plans to construct 31 bus shelters and laybys along the Igando to Iyana-Iba axis as part of the upcoming Quality Bus Corridor (QBC) project package 3 [8e2eda73]. The project aims to improve public transportation infrastructure and enhance the commuting experience for residents [8e2eda73]. The government has also begun constructing two interchange hubs at Mile 2 and Marina to integrate various modes of transportation and ensure seamless connectivity between rail, water, and road networks [8e2eda73].
The collaboration between the Lagos State Government and PMI is expected to enhance project management practices and improve the efficiency of ongoing capital projects in the state. By optimizing resources and streamlining execution, the government aims to deliver projects with quality assurance, despite the challenges posed by global economic disruptions and high material costs [cf820abb]. The construction of bus shelters, laybys, and interchange hubs further demonstrates the government's commitment to improving public transportation infrastructure and enhancing the commuting experience for residents [8e2eda73]. These initiatives are part of the government's efforts to create a more efficient and sustainable urban environment in Lagos [cf820abb].