PUBLIC AFFAIRS & COMMUNICATIONS

Public Affairs & Communications — Lagos Island Local Government

Governance You Can See, Hear, and Participate In — Because Informed Residents Build Stronger Communities

The Public Affairs & Communications Unit informs, engages, and listens to residents — ensuring transparent, timely, and accessible communication between Lagos Island Local Government and its communities.

Our Mandate

To ensure transparent, timely, and accessible communication between Lagos Island Local Government and its residents; manage media relations and the Council's public image; facilitate community engagement through town-hall meetings, stakeholder forums, and digital channels; and promote civic participation.

Head of Unit

Head of Unit
MR. OLAWALE-COLE SEMIU ADEOLA

Position: HOU, PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Designation: ASST. DIR. (PUB. AFFAIRS), GL.15

Phone: 08037150311

What We Do

  • Inform the public about Council policies, projects, and achievements
  • Manage media relations — press statements, briefings, and coverage
  • Coordinate town-hall meetings and stakeholder consultations
  • Maintain social media and digital communication channels
  • Collect and respond to public feedback, complaints, and suggestions
  • Promote a positive, accurate image of Lagos Island LG

Why It Matters to You

  • You stay informed about what your government is doing — and why
  • Your feedback is heard — complaints and suggestions reach decision-makers
  • Town-hall meetings let you participate directly in governance
  • Transparent communication builds trust and accountability
  • You know your rights, responsibilities, and available services
  • Development milestones are documented and shared with the community

When Should You Visit This Department?

  • You want to submit a complaint, suggestion, or feedback about Council services
  • You are a journalist or media house seeking press information or interview access
  • You want to attend or organise a town-hall meeting or community consultation
  • Your CDA, market association, or community group wants to communicate with the Council

Core Functions

1. Information and Public Communication

  • Updating the public on Council policies, projects, programmes, and achievements
  • Using multiple platforms — traditional media, community outreach, and digital channels

2. Media Relations

  • Engaging with journalists and media houses professionally
  • Issuing press statements, organising briefings, and coordinating event coverage

3. Public Engagement and Feedback

  • Supporting town-hall meetings, stakeholder forums, and community consultations
  • Encouraging residents to provide feedback through appropriate channels

4. Image and Reputation Management

  • Promoting a positive, accurate image of Lagos Island LG as a responsible government
  • Highlighting success stories and development milestones

Contact

Public Affairs & Communications — Lagos Island Local Government
Phone: +234 901 421 5079, +234 703 668 0787
Email: publicaffairs@lagosislandlg.lg.gov.ng
For media enquiries, use the subject: Media Enquiry
For complaints or feedback, use the subject: Public Feedback
For community engagement, use the subject: Community Proposal