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OGIRS Commences Second Phase of Statewide Enforcement Exercise
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The Ogun State Internal Revenue Service (OGIRS) has continued its statewide enforcement exercise to recover outstanding tax liabilities, including Pay-As-You-Earn (PAYE), Withholding Tax, Back Duty obligations, and other taxes.
The Executive Chairman of OGIRS, Mr Olugbenga Olaleye, made this known during the enforcement exercise, explaining that the exercise was part of the agency’s strategic efforts to improve the state’s Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) and ensure full compliance with tax laws by individuals, businesses, and corporate organisations.
Olaleye noted that the second phase of the enforcement exercise became necessary following the continued failure of many defaulting taxpayers to regularise their tax obligations, despite multiple notifications, adding that sustained enforcement remained crucial to improving revenue collection, leakage blocking, and thereby contributing significantly to the government’s developmental programmes.
He further disclosed that the enforcement actions carried out at Ogun Guangdong Free Trade Zone, Igbesa and other corporate establishments were prompted by persistent non-compliance, stating that a number of the affected organisations as of recent, have now demonstrated willingness to comply, following engagements and agreements reached with OGIRS.
“Pay your tax. Fulfil your civic obligations. If you do not pay, how do you expect the government to deliver development projects?” he stated.
Representing the Executive Chairman, Special Adviser to the Governor on Revenue Matters (OGIRS), Rev. Jide Sanwo urged taxpayers to discharge their civic responsibilities voluntarily rather than wait for enforcement actions.
Also speaking during the exercise, the Coordinating Director, Mr Taiwo Ogundimu, stated that the enforcement operation focused on recovering back duty liabilities from defaulting taxpayers, sensitising non-compliant individuals and organisations, and promoting voluntary compliance with Ogun State tax laws.
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Olufemi Ogunlolu-Shotunde Complements Abiodun’s Infrastructure Stride, Sponsors Construction of Roads From Ewekoro to Yewa North
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As part of the community social responsibility, Olufemi Ogunlolu-shotunde, through his foundation, Oluogunsho Foundation, has joined forces with Governor Dapo Abiodun’s strides on infrastructure, by sponsoring 11 kilometres of road construction and drainage, facilitated by the Asa Yabo community development association to enhance good road networks in Asa, Yobo, Lala and Agodo Roads from Ewekoro Local Government to Yewa North Local Government.
The Asa Olówó, community development association, commended Ogunlolu-Shotunde for raising their hope in the community, as commuters also hailed his commitment to development.
Olufemi Ogunlolu-Shotunde is a refined leader who has served in many roles, from career-wise to the professional world. He is a humanitarian and development-driven leader, proudly hailed from Ásà Olówó in Ewekoro Local Government Area, Ogun State.
He was born into the reputable Ogunlolu family, to Pa Sunday Ogunlolu-Shotunde (Olówó Àsà)—a lineage known for honour, service, and strong communal values.
Ogunlolu-Shotunde began his educational journey at Doland International School, Akute, Ogun State, where he completed his primary education.
He proceeded to Topmost School, Maryland, Lagos, completing his secondary education in 2002. With a strong inclination for technical excellence and global exposure, Olufemi advanced to the United Kingdom, where he studied Electrical and Electronics Engineering in London.
Following his academic pursuits, he enlisted in the British Army, serving as an Infantry Soldier. His military career was defined by discipline, bravery, and professionalism, with operational deployments across Iraq, Bosnia, and Afghanistan. These experiences refined his leadership capabilities, strategic thinking, and crisis-management skills in high-pressure environments.
After an honourable discharge from the British Army in 2010, Olufemi transitioned into civilian life as a Security Consultant, delivering expert services in risk management, security operations, and strategic advisory roles.
In 2013, he further broadened his professional scope by earning a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Oil and Gas Management from the Greenwich School of Management Studies.
He also possesses strong analytical and operational expertise as a certified Data Analyst and a qualified Control Room Manager, enabling him to integrate technology, intelligence, and real-time decision-making across complex systems.
Beyond his professional accomplishments, Olufemi Ogunlolu-Shotunde is deeply committed to humanitarian service and grassroots development.
He is the Founder of the Oluogunsho Foundation (Egba fún mi)—a purpose-driven foundation established to touch lives and foster sustainable development among the indigenous people of Ásà Olówó in Ewekoro Local Government Area. The foundation places special emphasis on support for the aged and widows, educational assistance across all levels of institutions, and targeted interventions aimed at uplifting vulnerable members of the community.
A passionate advocate for growth, equity, and community empowerment, Olufemi Ogunlolu-Shotunde continues to leverage his global exposure, professional expertise, and deep-rooted love for his people to drive meaningful impact and lasting development.
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Ogun NUJ Chairman’s 50th Birthday Bash Turns into Heartwarming Act of Kindness for Ogun State’s Aged
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The Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ogun State Council, Comrade Akinwale Olanrewaju, marked his 50th birthday in a rare display of compassion and service, as he empowered 50 aged men and women drawn from across the State, describing the gesture as a personal thanksgiving and a call to collective humanity.
The celebrant, Comrade Akinwale Olanrewaju, said celebrating with the aged persons is a modest way of acknowledging the demand for wisdom that the age represents and a heartfelt expression of gratitude for God’s grace, mercy, and faithfulness over the past five decades.
“Our elders represent wisdom, sacrifice, and resilience. Many laboured quietly to build families, communities, and institutions from which we benefit today, and it is therefore both a duty and an honour to recognise and support them, not just with words, but with tangible acts of compassion”, Olanrewaju disclosed.
While fondly remembering his late parents, Comrade Olanrewaju described giving to the aged as his humble way of honouring their memories, and wished they witnessed the celebration as they laid the foundation of who he has become today.
Olanrewaju further expressed deep appreciation to the 50 aged men and women who honoured his invitation, declaring that he was symbolically adopting them as his parents. “From today, I see you as my fathers and mothers. Your prayers will be constant in my life, and I will never take your presence for granted,” he said, drawing applause from the audience.
He thanked members of his NUJ executive, colleagues, his immediate family, partners and well-wishers for standing by him and supporting the “Gifting the Aged” initiative, symbolising ideals of service and humanity.
Earlier, while welcoming guests at the event, the Secretary of the Council, Comrade Bunmi Adigun, said the celebration was deliberately designed to go beyond merriment, noting that the NUJ Chairman chose to “give back meaningfully to society at a time many would focus solely on personal celebration.”
Comrade Adigun commended Olanrewaju’s leadership style, describing him as “a man whose golden jubilee reflects golden values of kindness, empathy and responsibility.” He said the presence of all the beneficiaries affirmed that meaningful change is possible when people come together with a shared sense of purpose.
Dignitaries and colleagues, including a National Officer of the NUJ, Comrade James Sowole, praised the celebrant for living the core values of journalism, while Comrades Abiodun Taiwo and Kemi Orunsolu, described Olanrewaju as a bridge-builder whose life at 50 has been defined by service.
Also speaking, the Vice Chairman of the Council, Abiodun Lawal, applauded the chairman for choosing the aged as the focus of his celebration, saying the gesture “sets a standard worthy of emulation.”
The emotional high point of the event came when the celebration was capped by the wife of the celebrant, Mrs Olanrewaju, who eulogised her husband, describing him as “a compassionate man who finds joy not in what he gets, but in what he gives.” She thanked God for his life and prayed for continued strength and wisdom as he journeys through the next phase of life.
The highlight of the event is the distribution of essential food packs containing rice, beans, garri, noodles and essential cooking ingredients to beneficiaries, carefully selected to sustain them for a reasonable period.
Reacting on behalf of the beneficiaries, Mrs Adijatu Ayelabola appreciated the kind gesture of the celebrant, stressing that if well-meaning individuals can emulate this act, the world will be a better place for all to live.
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The Alake and Paramount Ruler of Egbaland; Oba Adedotun Aremu Gbadebo and the Olowu of Owu, Prof. Saka Adelola Matemilola have backed the initiatives of Egba Economic Summit in constituting a Committee to prepare the New Abeokuta Master Plan which includes the 6 local governments in Ogun Central Senatorial District (Abeokuta South, Abeokuta North, Ewekoro, Odeda, Obafemi Owode and Ifo).
The committee for the new Abeokuta Master Plan are made up of seasoned Professionals who have achieved greatness in their chosen profession and callings such as Captain Temilola Okesanjo as Chairman.
Technical and other members
1. Prof Oyesiku
2. Alhaji Waheed Kadiri
3. Engr.Bayo Adeola.
4. The President of Egba Economic Summit, Dr Gbenga Adeoye.
5. The EES Admin Secretary will serve as the secretary of the committee.
The President of EES stated that the team are competent enough to carry out their assignments without any supervision from him, and he is there merely to observe the progress and also raise money to ensure the success of the project.
The Olowu of Owu expressed his support for all the initiatives on the development of Egbaland which is Abeokuta and the 6 local governments.
He also pledged his support for all other developmental projects and the advocacy of the Egba Economic Summit.
Captain Temilola Okesanjo, who is also a foundation member of Egba Economic Summit and Chairman of the New Abeokuta Master Plan, expressed sadness about many areas in Abeokuta and insisted that development must be controlled, while some historical buildings must not be sold to boost tourism.
The President of Egba Economic Summit, Dr Gbenga Adoye, while thanking Olowu of Owu at His palace on 13th January 202,6, pleaded with him and all traditional rulers in Ogun Central to back the summit in achieving the goals set out for the next two years.
He stated that a former President of PENGASAN who is the Chairman of Ecogas and Past President of Egba Economic Summit ; Chief Shina Luwoye the Maiyegun elect of Egbaland have indicated his willingness to join the New Master Plan team both financially and to participate in the committee as a volunteer member in any way his service will be required
During the discussions, Olowu mandated the President to go ahead with his plan to get the detail cause of the delay in completing the Ajebo Idi Aba Express Road by Federal Government to reach out to the Minister of Works Engr David Umahi He explained further the Abeokuta Ajebo Express road apart from the fact that it will be a good alternative road to Ibadan from Abeokuta; it will be useful to the Newly Established Permanent site of The University of Medicine and Medical Sciences. (FUMMSA)
Olowu also expressed his worries over the state of the road from Apata in Ibadan to Abeokuta via Omi Adio, noting that at some point, there seems to be a clear difference around Ilugun Bakatari showing that the roads appear bad at the segments that fall under Ogun State and he desires that attention be paid to it by both the state and the Federal government.
The summit President highlights’ EES plan to go into the details of the 2026 budget of Ogun State to know line by line capital projects that affect the Central Senatorial District and follow the implementation up logically.
Chief Olusola Adeoye, the Osupori of Owu Kingdom, thanked the President and his team for their initiatives and agenda for the next two years.
He stated further that he knows how close Dr.Adeoye was to Late Dr Onaolapo Soleye and ask him to prepare ahead of time that some people that can be regarded as enemies of Progress will try everything possible to oppose the Vision of Egba Economic Summit and agenda for massive development advocacy for the next two years, but he must not back down on his goals and with God, nothing will be left undone among the outlined projects for the next 2 years.
In closing, the Olowu promised the Egba Economic Summit President and his team that he will work with the Alake of Egbaland to ensure that the Abeokuta New Master plan becomes a reality, the road from Idi Aba to Ajebo gets completed on time, the Abeokuta City Centre is resuscitated along with other projects to develop Egbaland covering the 6 local governments.
He also stated that right leadership is the secret of development and once selfless people are in leadership, development is guaranteed, but the reverse is the case if selfish people are in leadership and that is why he is happy with the kind of people that are members of Egba Economic Summit Group led by Dr Gbenga Adeoye who is a Lawyer and Chartered Accountant. People like Engr.Ola Sobande from Shell is an example of selfless service, Yinka Chris Coker(Immediate Past President), Bunmi Lawson and Surakatu Lateef, who are all Chartered Accountants like the President, with the combined honour of Law and Accounting.
The President and Captain Okesanjo drove round to inspect the Structures around Olumo Rock from Adagba Street in Itoko, to Sodeke, Ikija and Erunwon to identify historical structures that must be kept as tourist buildings.
All stakeholders, including the Olowu of Owu, agreed that the Egbas have a duty to ensure nobody does anything by omission or commission to obstruct development for any selfish reason(s) and anyone found doing so must be stopped by all means possible.
The President thanked Olowu for supporting the Egba Economic Summit and also commended the Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi for Commencing Night Repairs on Sango Otta Abeokuta Ewekoro road to ease movement and promote Economic development while urging him to do something urgently on Apata Ibadan Abeokuta road and Abeokuta OGTV Ajebo road for the sake of the University of Medicine and Medical Science Permanent Site at Ajibayo and to unlock the economic potentials of towns and villages such as Ajebo, Erunwon, Owojo, Obafemi, Kajola, Alapako, Olosun, Layanran, Mosafejo, Oyebola and the areas towards Lagos Ibadan Expressway.
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