Lagos state governorship candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Olujimi Agbaje, today, kicked off his campaign.

Jimi Agbaje speaking during his campaign launch in Lagos today.

Thelagostimes recalls that Agbaje, in September 2018, declared his intention to contest in the 2019 Lagos State gubernatorial election on the platform of the PDP.

Speaking during his campaign launch on Saturday, the governorship aspirant expressed his intentions to transform Lagos state to a real mega city, stressing that the state deserves better than what its getting in the present administration.

While speaking on his plans for Lagos come 2019, Agbaje disclosed that his administration would focus on three main sectors – Education, health and economy.

According to him, education, especially primary education is one of the key factors which can reduce the level of unemployment in the state.” As long as there is no right education, there cannot be employment”, he said.

Further speaking, Agbaje said: “ The economy is driven by Medium, Small and Micro Enterprises (MSMEs). First, we will look at education and then look at ways to support entrepreneurs. Also, the ease of doing business will be addressed”.

At the launch which was massively attended by youths, the governorship aspirant disclosed that his administration would provide free WiFi to all Lagosians. “Free WiFi will be available so that our young ones can know that WiFi is not a luxury”, he said.

He also disclosed that his administration would provide a minimum of 1,000 Megawatts of power within four years. According to him, the availability of electricity would enhance productivity of Lagosians, especially artisans.

Meanwhile, his running mate, Mrs. Halimat Busari pointed out that their administration would be an inclusive one, adding that women will be well represented.

Mrs. Halimat Busari speaking during the PDP governorship campaign launch in Lagos today.