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  The Ogun State Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) Committee has commended the Chairman of Abeokuta South Local Government, Hon. Balogun Olaniyi Afeez, for the remarkable improvement in the council’s revenue performance. During a courtesy visit to the Chairman following a comprehensive audit, the committee revealed that Abeokuta South recorded a 98% increase in IGR in 2025 compared to 2024—currently the highest growth rate among local governments in Ogun State. In his response, the Chairman expressed appreciation to the committee and reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to delivering the dividends of democracy. He noted that the revenue growth was achieved without placing undue financial burden on residents and indigenes of Abeokuta South. He further assured that the council is poised to achieve even greater milestones in 2026. It will be recalled that in 2025, the administration executed several impactful projects across the local government. Notably, the construction of th...

Abeokuta, July 11, 2025 —  The Executive Chairman of Abeokuta South Local Government, Hon. Balogun Olaniyi Afeez (BOA), has called on traders at the popular Itoku Market to promptly settle their market dues or risk having their shops locked up. The chairman made this known during a meeting with market leaders and stakeholders held at the Local Government Secretariat. The delegation was led by the Iya Loja of Itoku, Chief (Mrs.) Olufunmilayo Ayorinde. Hon. BOA emphasized the importance of timely payment of ground rent and other statutory levies by market traders. He noted that continued default in meeting financial obligations could result in sanctions, including the closure of shops and stalls. “The local government relies on these revenues to provide services, maintain infrastructure, and ensure a safe and thriving market environment,” he said. “We want to sustain a system where everyone contributes responsibly to the development of the market and the local economy.” Spe...

ABEOKUTA – July 10, 2025 In a renewed demonstration of his administration’s commitment to improving basic education, the Executive Chairman of Abeokuta South Local Government, Hon. Balogun Olaniyi Afeez, on Wednesday paid a working visit to two public schools within the local government area, where he distributed furniture and writing materials to pupils. The beneficiary schools were Baptist Primary School and Ijaye Community Nursery and Primary School, both located in Abeokuta. Hon. Afeez, accompanied by top officials of the local government, including the Vice Chairman, Mrs. Oluranti Ogunmokun, Secretary to the Local Government, Hon. Mustapha Kodaolu Olajide, Supervisor for Information, Education and Sports, Mr. Waheed Amerinso, the Acting Head of Local Government Administration, Mr. Adeshina, and other political appointees, emphasized the importance of quality education as a foundation for future success. Addressing the pupils during the visit, the chairman encouraged them...

By; Shaqiru Olajumoke In preparation for the Eid-il-Adha celebration, Hon. Balogun Olaniyi Afeez (BOA), Chairman of Abeokuta South Local Government, has extended goodwill to members of his local government by distributing over 200 bags of rice, more than 100 rams, and several cash gifts. The gesture was aimed at supporting Muslim faithfuls to mark the important Islamic festival with joy and ease. The distribution, which took place ahead of the Eid celebration, was coordinated through trusted representatives across the local government area. Rather than organize a public event, Hon. Afeez opted for a structured approach, ensuring that party leaders, community representatives, and group heads received the items on behalf of their respective beneficiaries. The beneficiaries include party faithfuls, religious leaders, youth and women groups, as well as other community stakeholders. By routing the gifts through established channels, the chairman ensured that the items reached the intended r...

 By Damilola Adekanlu In a strategic move to enhance its revenue generation efforts, the Abeokuta South Local Government has commissioned a fleet of branded vehicles dedicated to revenue collection. The vehicles were officially handed over to Necad Nero, a consulting firm led by CEO Mr. Nurudeen Adenuga, to support the Local Government’s drive for increased and transparent revenue collection. The commissioning ceremony took place at the Local Government Secretariat in Ake and was attended by the Vice Chairman, Hon. Chief (Mrs.) Oluranti Ogunjemilusi, who represented the Chairman. In her remarks, Hon. Ogunjemilusi described the initiative as a commendable step that will curb revenue leakages and improve accountability. “The provision of these vehicles will strengthen our revenue systems, ensure transparency, and reduce inefficiencies,” she stated. The vehicles are visibly branded with the Local Government’s logo, making them easily recognizable during operations. She also charged th...

By Sulaimon Adekunle  The Abeokuta South Local Government, under the leadership of Hon. Balogun Olaniyi Afeez, has launched a second revenue bus within a span of two months, reaffirming its commitment to boosting internally generated revenue (IGR). The newly acquired bus will support the efficient movement of revenue officers across the local government area, with the aim of facilitating seamless and effective revenue collection. This latest addition marks a strategic move by the administration to enhance operational capacity and improve service delivery. Speaking on the initiative, the chairman emphasized that the investment in logistics and revenue mobilization is part of a broader agenda to improve the lives of residents through developmental and people-oriented projects currently ongoing across Abeokuta South. The Local Government reiterated its commitment to transparency, accountability, and continuous infrastructural development driven by improved revenue performance ...