Dare Babalola
Lagos State Government has announced the official commencement dates for seven recently enacted laws signed by Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, aimed at bolstering public safety, governance, and institutional development across the state.
In a statement issued by the Ministry of Justice and signed by the Director of Public Affairs, Mrs Grace Alo, the laws passed by the Lagos State House of Assembly and were assented to by the Governor.
She added that the operational dates were assigned to the laws by Commencement Orders made on the same day of assent in line with statutory requirements.
The following laws became effective on February 19, 2025: Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service Law (Commencement Order No. 1 of 2024), Lagos State Law Enforcement Training Institute Law, (Commencement Order No. 2 of 2024), Human Organ Harvest and Tissue Transplantation in Lagos State Law (Commencement Order No. 3 of 2024), Consumer Protection Agency Law (Commencement Order No. 4 of 2024) and Victim Assistance and Witness Protection Law (Commencement Order No. 5 of 2024).
The Local Government Administration Law, 2025 (Commencement Order No. 6 of 2025) and Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy Law, 2025 (Commencement Order No. 7 of 2025) will take effect from August 4, 2025.
“These laws reflect the state government’s deliberate and strategic approach to reforming key sectors and improving governance outcomes.
“From emergency services and consumer protection to justice delivery and leadership development, these legal frameworks are expected to have far-reaching impact across Lagos State,” Alo stated.
