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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 ...

 By Sanusi Adekunle In commemoration of the 2025 International Children’s Day, the wife of the Executive Chairman of Abeokuta South Local Government, Mrs Balogun, facilitated a large-scale educational outreach that saw the distribution of over 1,300 learning materials to pupils across various schools within the local government area. The initiative, inspired by her deep commitment to child welfare and education, was conducted in alignment with Governor Dapo Abiodun’s broader vision for accessible and quality education throughout Ogun State. The exercise spanned three days—from Wednesday through Friday—and reached students in over ten primary schools across the community. The Executive Chairman, Hon. Balogun Olaniyi Afeez (BOA), commended his wife for championing the project, describing it as a reflection of their shared vision to uplift children and invest in the future of Abeokuta South. He reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to ensuring no child is left behind due to l...

22nd May 2025 Shakiru Olajumoke In a bid to ensure proper coordination and curb violations of revenue payment obligations, the Revenue Collection and Monitoring Unit of Abeokuta South Local Government on Thursday sealed several business premises, including the popular Halmod Complete Entertainment located at the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Secretariat in Abeokuta. Also affected were the spare parts market at Isale Igbehin and multiple shops at Gbangba Market in Ijaye, all sealed by the local government’s revenue enforcement team. Leading the operation, the IGR Consultant to the local government, Mr. Olayinka Adenuga, explained that the enforcement was part of efforts to ensure strict compliance with the administration’s revenue generation mandate. He noted that the majority of the affected outlets had previously received notices from the local government, with only a few complying before the enforcement action was carried out. Other Outlets like Shalom Mega Stores, Justrite Supe...

Abeokuta, May 21, 2025  By Damilola Adekanlu Hon Afolabi Afuape with Hon. Balogun Afeez at an event in Abeokuta  The Executive Chairman of Abeokuta South Local Government, Hon. Balogun Olaniyi Afeez, has extended heartfelt birthday wishes to Hon. Afolabi Moruf Afuape, the Member of the House of Representatives representing Abeokuta South Federal Constituency. In a statement issued on Tuesday and signed by Hon. Waheed J. Amerinso, the Supervisor for Information, Education, and Sports, the local government administration praised Rep. Afuape for his outstanding contributions to the development of the constituency, Ogun State, and Nigeria at large. “Your exemplary service and steadfast commitment to the growth and development of our constituency have not gone unnoticed,” the statement read. “As a true grassroots politician, your efforts have brought meaningful progress and hope to countless lives across Abeokuta South.” The message described Afuape as a dedicated public ser...

By Olanrewaju Adewale In a move to strengthen local governance and improve community service delivery, the Executive Chairman of Abeokuta South Local Government, Hon. Balogun Olaniyi Afeez, has announced the official portfolios for the newly appointed Supervisors and Special Advisers. This announcement follows recent appointments made by the local government, aimed at enhancing administrative efficiency and delivering on the development promises of the current administration. According to a statement issued by the Secretary to the Local Government, Hon. Mustapha Kodaolu Olajide, all appointed officials are expected to assume their duties immediately and work closely with their respective Heads of Departments to get started. Here’s a breakdown of the appointments: Supervisors: Engr. Abidemi Lawal – Works and Housing Barr. Kehinde Ayodeji – Community Development Mr. Amerinso Waheed – Information, Education, and Sports Mr. Moshood Shodiya – Agriculture Mr. Egunjobi Faruq – W...

…Commends Chairman for Delivering Development Without Noise By Adekunle Sanusi Chairman Welcoming the Committee  The Ogun State House of Assembly Committee on Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs has expressed surprise and commendation for the Executive Chairman of Abeokuta South Local Government, Hon. Balogun Olaniyi Afeez, describing him as a silent achiever following an impressive inspection of projects carried out across the council area. Led by its Chairman, Hon. Jemili Akingbade, the Committee paid an oversight visit to the council as part of its statutory role in monitoring grassroots governance and ensuring adherence to due process. To their amazement, the committee members met several impactful projects—many of which had been completed or were at advanced stages—without fanfare or publicity. Hon. Akingbade, visibly impressed by the scale and quality of the work done, praised the chairman’s quiet approach to leadership and commitment to service delivery. “We are genuine...