The Lagos State House of Assembly has inducted 132 newly recruited personnel into the Lagos State House of Assembly Service Commission, LAHASCOM, and the Assembly’s workforce as part of efforts to strengthen efficiency and professionalism within the legislative service.
The induction exercise was held at the Lateef Jakande Auditorium located within the Assembly complex in Lagos.
Speaking during the opening session, the Clerk of the House, Barrister Olalekan Onafeko, who represented the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, urged the newly employed officers to embrace professionalism, diligence and proactive service delivery in the discharge of their responsibilities.
He stressed that the Assembly places high value on accountability, excellence and productivity in public service.
Onafeko also gave participants an overview of the evolution of the Lagos State House of Assembly since its establishment in 1979 following Nigeria’s return to democratic rule.
According to him, the legislature is constitutionally empowered to make laws, carry out oversight functions and represent the interests and aspirations of Lagos residents.
Delivering the keynote address, the Chairman of the Lagos State House of Assembly Service Commission, Alhaja Omowunmi Ogbara, advised the newly recruited officers to comply strictly with the Lagos State Civil Service Rules and maintain high standards of discipline, ethical conduct and efficiency in their various assignments.
She also observed a minute silence in honour of two members of staff who recently passed away, describing their deaths as a painful loss to the Assembly community while praying for the peaceful repose of their souls.
One of the facilitators at the programme, retired civil servant Mr Femi Solaja, took participants through the Public Service Rules and Regulations guiding the conduct of government employees.
He highlighted important aspects of the Code of Conduct for public officers, stressing the need for honesty, loyalty, integrity and professionalism in public service.
Solaja warned against corruption, misconduct and any behaviour capable of damaging the image of the civil service.
He further emphasized the importance of punctuality and regular attendance at work, noting that officers are expected to resume duties promptly and carry out assigned tasks responsibly.
The retired civil servant also reminded participants of the importance of obeying lawful directives and maintaining confidentiality regarding official information obtained in the course of duty unless properly authorised.
He encouraged the newly employed staff to demonstrate commitment, innovation, teamwork and initiative in their careers.
According to him, while public officers are entitled to welfare benefits and leave allowances, they are equally expected to uphold discipline, diligence and integrity throughout their years in service.
The induction programme featured interactive sessions that allowed participants to engage directly with management officials.
Organisers disclosed that the exercise would continue on Tuesday with additional sessions focused on legislative procedures, administrative operations and the guiding values of the Lagos State House of Assembly Service.
