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Mosopefolu George

Mosopefolu George

Commissioner for Economic Planning and Budget, Lagos State

All Progressives Congress Lagos State

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Bio Summary

Mosopefolu “Ope” George is the Lagos State Commissioner for Economic Planning and Budget. A seasoned economist and corporate finance expert with international experience (Citibank, KPMG, SAGEM), he transitioned into public service under Governor Fashola and deepened his impact through leadership of PPPs and strategic economic roles. Appointed Commissioner in September 2023, he oversees Lagos’ budget preparation, economic planning, and development strategy.

Education

  1. Attended Corona School, Ikoyi (primary education), then Federal Government College, Ijanikin, Lagos (secondary education)
  2. Briefly studied at the University of Lagos, before transferring to University of Leicester, England, earning a Second Class (Upper Division) degree in Business Economics in 1996
  3. Completed MSc in International Business at the Manchester School of Management, University of Manchester Institute of Science and Technology (UMIST)

Professional Background

  1. Citibank N.A., London (1997–2001): Global Markets team, focusing on emerging markets loan syndication and project finance across Central/Eastern Europe, Middle East, and Africa
  2. KPMG, London (2001–2004): Corporate Finance team, advising multinationals, governments, and public sector clients in health and utilities on structuring and raising finance under private finance initiatives (PFI)
  3. SAGEM, France (2004–2007): Worked in the telecommunications industry
  4. Senior Special Assistant on Economic Matters, to Governor Babatunde Raji Fashola (2007–2009)
  5. Acting Managing Director, Lekki Worldwide Investments Limited (2009–2015), the state's investment vehicle for the Lekki Free Zone
  6. Director‑General, Office of Public‑Private Partnerships (PPP) (appointed 2017): Led development and execution of key PPP initiatives in Lagos, emphasizing transparency and stakeholder collaboration
  7. Special Adviser to the Governor on Public‑Private Partnerships (appointed February 2022)
  8. Commissioner for Economic Planning and Budget, Lagos State (appointed and sworn in on 16 September 2023)

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