Lagos State Governor, Akinwunmi Ambode, on Friday evening attended the 2017 edition of The Experience Concert, held at the Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos, just as he commended organisers, House on the Rock for donating ICT infrastructure to 100 schools in the State.
Others VIPs present include wife of Fashola’s predecessor, Mrs Abimbola Fashola; former Lagos Deputy Governor Mrs. Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire; Publisher of Guardian Newspapers, Lady Maiden Alex Ibru (middle), and fashion entrepreneur, Mrs. Abba Folawiyo.
Governor Ambode, in his goodwill message, commended the idea of the concert, saying that in the last 12 years, it had continued to attract people from all walks of life, different faiths and socio-political persuasions, thereby dismantling the barriers of political affiliation, ethnic origin and doctrinal differences through an unhindered expression of faith through music and engendering a legacy of love, peace and unity.
He also lauded the founder and Presiding Pastor of the House on the Rock, Pastor Paul Adefarasin, for his various humanitarian interventions and corporate social responsibilities in the state, saying that it was a testament to his leadership qualities.
“You have shown leadership and a spirit of excellence which has seen House on the Rock engage in several nation-building activities across the country, particularly in Lagos State. Your contributions to interreligious dialogue, empowerment of the youth, social reformation and health care continue to positively impact the citizens of this state and on behalf of the people of Lagos State, we thank you,” the governor said.
He particularly commended the initiative embarked upon by House on the Rock, which has seen the furnishing of 100 secondary schools across Lagos State with modern, fully equipped, air-conditioned, functional computer laboratories.
On his part, Pastor Adefarasin, while presenting the handover certificate for the ICT infrastructure donated to the Lagos State education system by the church to Ambode, said the governor has produced new levels of development in the State, just as he expressed optimism of future partnerships with the state government.
“It gives me great pleasure to present this certificate to the chaplain of nation-building, the action Governor in Nigeria, one who we are very proud to call our own. We are hopeful that we would do more partnership with your government to help bridge the divide to give more kids the opportunity to excel and be part of nation-building,” Adefarasin said.
