The Executive Chairman of Ibeju-Lekki Local Government, Hon. Abdullahi Sesan Olowa, has introduced a new official uniform for revenue officers as part of his administration’s efforts to promote transparency, professionalism, and accountability in revenue administration.
Epe Insights reports that the initiative reflects Hon. Olowa’s commitment to strengthening governance by ensuring that only authorised revenue officers carry out the collection of approved rates and levies across the local government.
The chairman said the introduction of the official uniform will make it easier for residents and business owners to identify genuine revenue personnel while discouraging impersonation and illegal revenue collection.
Hon. Olowa noted that transparency remains a major priority of his administration, stressing that every reform is designed to improve public confidence in the council’s operations.
He explained that the new uniform represents a significant step towards building a more organised, efficient, and accountable revenue system capable of supporting sustainable development.
According to the chairman, professionalism among revenue officers is essential to delivering quality public service and maintaining the trust of residents.
The administration believes that clearly identifiable revenue officials will reduce fraudulent activities and protect members of the public from unauthorised collectors.
Hon. Olowa reaffirmed that only officers properly dressed in the approved official uniform and authorised by the local government are permitted to collect approved rates and levies.
He urged residents to cooperate with genuine revenue officers while remaining vigilant against anyone operating without proper identification.
The chairman encouraged members of the public to verify the identity of revenue personnel before making payments and to report suspicious activities to the appropriate authorities.
Hon. Olowa stated that improving internally generated revenue through transparent processes will enable the council to deliver more impactful development projects.
He noted that increased revenue will support investments in infrastructure, environmental sanitation, healthcare, education, and other essential public services.
The chairman reiterated that accountability and integrity remain central to his administration’s vision for effective local governance.
He added that the reform aligns with his broader agenda of modernising public administration and improving service delivery across Ibeju-Lekki Local Government.
Residents and stakeholders have welcomed the initiative, describing it as a practical measure that will strengthen confidence in the council’s revenue collection process.
Many believe the introduction of the official uniform will improve compliance while discouraging fraudulent practices associated with unauthorised revenue collection.
The council assured residents that additional reforms would continue to be introduced to improve governance, transparency, and operational efficiency.
Hon. Abdullahi Sesan Olowa reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to implementing policies that protect public interest, strengthen financial accountability, and promote sustainable grassroots development.
The chairman expressed confidence that the initiative will contribute to a more transparent, credible, and efficient revenue administration that supports the continued growth and progress of Ibeju-Lekki Local Government.
