LAGOS, CALIFORNIA SEAL SISTER-STATE PARTNERSHIP TO BOOST CLIMATE, ECONOMIC COOPERATION
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By Aishat Momoh. O.
The Lagos State Government has formalised a sister-state relationship with the California State Assembly in the United States through Assembly Concurrent Resolution 129 (ACR 129), marking a significant step in subnational diplomacy between both regions.
The resolution, sponsored by Assembly member Matt Haney, was unveiled at the California/Africa Climate and Economic Forum 2026, bringing together government officials, business leaders and members of the Nigerian diaspora to deepen economic and climate collaboration.
Receiving the resolution on behalf of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the Executive Secretary of the Lagos State Office of Diaspora Affairs, Jermaine Sanwo-Olu, described the agreement as a practical framework for cooperation.
“This is more than a ceremonial agreement; it is a structured framework for action across climate resilience, transportation, infrastructure, innovation, and economic development. Both regions have much to gain, and we intend to move quickly,” he said.
He added that the partnership aligns with the state’s THEMES+ Agenda, aimed at strengthening Lagos’ global engagement while unlocking opportunities for sustainable growth, trade, and innovation.
According to him, the agreement further positions Lagos as a globally connected city and reinforces Nigeria’s growing influence in international partnerships, particularly through its diaspora network, which is expected to drive investment and knowledge exchange.
Jermaine also acknowledged the role of Toks Omishakin in facilitating the partnership.
Speaking on the development, Omishakin said the agreement would open new pathways for collaboration in key sectors.
“The Lagos–California Sister-State Resolution builds on the strong partnership Governor Gavin Newsom has forged between California and Nigeria and reflects our shared commitment to practical, people-centred progress,” he said.
He added that the partnership would advance clean mobility, climate innovation, economic growth and cultural exchange between both regions.
The agreement is expected to address shared challenges such as climate change, rapid urbanisation and economic transformation, while serving as a model for cross-continental cooperation driven by mutual benefit and measurable outcomes.
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