Jobs, Food Security Top Lagos Economic Plan for 2027 — See Seven Priorities

• The Lagos economic plan for 2027 targets jobs, food security, infrastructure and business growth, with seven priorities outlined by the state government.

The Lagos State Government has outlined seven priorities to guide its economic planning for 2027, placing employment, infrastructure and food security at the centre of its policy direction.

Commissioner for Economic Planning and Budget, Ope George, presented the priorities at the fourth Lagos Economic Roundtable in Ikeja on Wednesday, November 4.

The meeting brought together policymakers, business leaders, economic experts, development partners and academics to examine the state’s economic outlook.

The seven priorities are:

1. Public finance: Stronger revenue collection and responsible spending.
2. Infrastructure: Development that improves productivity and economic competitiveness.
3. Jobs and skills: Employment generation and human capital development.
4. Business growth: Economic diversification and private-sector development.
5. Food security: More resilient food production and supply systems.
6. Climate resilience: Environmental protection and green economic opportunities.
7. Evidence-based governance: Better use of data in public decisions.

Explaining the employment agenda, George called for vocational training, skills relevant to industry and entrepreneurship support, particularly for young people and women.

“Economic growth must create decent jobs for our residents,” he said.

On food security, the commissioner advocated closer partnerships with producers and neighbouring states, alongside improvements in storage, processing and market infrastructure to support availability and affordability.

He also identified transport, energy, water, housing, digital connectivity and logistics as important investment areas.

For businesses, George highlighted opportunities in manufacturing, agriculture, technology, creative industries, tourism and trade, while calling for improved access to finance for smaller enterprises.

The commissioner urged participants to translate the discussions into practical recommendations and measurable results. The priorities set out the government’s planning direction; the announcement did not specify individual project allocations or recruitment openings.