Dapo Abiodun to Ogun LG chairpersons: Innovate revenue streams without burdening residents

Dapo Abiodun, governor of Ogun, has sworn in the state’s 20 newly elected LGA chairpersons.

On Saturday, the All Progressive Congress (APC) won all 20 chairmanship and 236 councillorship seats in the council poll.

Speaking on Monday during the swearing-in ceremony, Abiodun asked new council chairmen to ensure transparency and evenly distribute democratic benefits across their councils.

He asked the LG chairpersons to “innovate revenue generation without overburdening residents” of the state.

The governor said his administration would prioritise effective governance, adding that maximum support would be provided for local government development.

“Your emergence at the polls signifies the continued support people have given to our administration. We have performed well in the last five years,” he said.

“This success is timely and a way of demonstrating the good work of President Bola Tinubu.

“Work closely with the state government and other stakeholders. We will give you the needed support to achieve the goals before you.

“Embrace innovations in generating revenue without overburdening the residents you serve.”

Abiodun also asked the council leaders to facilitate the implementation of state policies across various local government constituencies effectively.