Ogun State Government through the state’s internal revenue services, has warned employers and employees in the state to file their Pay As You Earn tax returns for the year 2023 on or before January 31, 2024.
In a statement in Abeokuta on Wednesday, the Executive Chairman of the Ogun State Internal Revenue Service, Mr Olugbenga Olaleye, said that failure to comply with the directive would attract payment of penalty.
He said that employers of labour and employees residing in the state were obliged to file their 2023 PAYE tax returns on or before the 31st day of January, adding that failure to do so would attract a penalty of N5,000.
“In line with the provision of section 81(1-3) of Personal Income Tax Act, 2011 as amended and paragraph 10 of 2002 PAYE Regulations, all employers of labour with employees resident in Ogun State both corporate and private organisations are statutorily obliged to file their PAYE Tax Returns for 2023 on or before 31st January 2024. Failure to do so would attract a penalty upon conviction,” he said.
Olaleye urged them to do the needful by logging in with their login credentials as existing tax agents on the agency’s website, “While tax agents who are yet to register are expected to register on the website by supplying required information to obtain login details in their registered email.”
The Governor of Ondo State, Lucky Ayedatiwa has declared 3-Day mourning in the state to honour the late Governor Rotimi Akeredolu.
This was contained in a statement made available by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Ebenezer Adeniran and sent to newsmen as read in part:
“In a solemn declaration, the Governor of Ondo State, Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has announced a three-day period of State mourning in honour of the late Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Odunayo Akeredolu, SAN, CON, former Governor of Ondo State, who died in the early hours of Wednesday, December 27, 2023.
“This period of mourning, with fasting and prayer, takes effect from Thursday, December 28 to Saturday, December 30, 2023. Also, all national flags are to be flown at half-mast in reflection of the mood of the State for seven days.
“The Governor also announced the suspension of State government ceremonies during this period of mourning.
“Meanwhile, condolence registers have been opened at the Governor’s Office and the Government House in Akure, as well as State Liaison Offices in Lagos and Abuja.
May the soul of our late leader rest in perfect peace, Amen.
One person died on Tuesday in an accident along the Abeokuta-Sagamu highway, Ogun State.
VOA News reports that the lone accident occurred around Nestle Roundabout at about 9pm.
The Federal Road Safety Corps confirmed the incident, saying it involved six persons in a Highlander SUV with number plate JJJ721JB.
The FRSC spokesperson in Ogun State, Florence Okpe, said the crash was as a result of tyre burst and speeding.
“A total of six persons were involved in a crash along Sagamu-Abeokuta Road, around Nestle Roundabout, at about 2100 hrs.
“The six persons were all male adults, one was injured and unfortunately, one person died from the lone crash,” Okpe disclosed.
Okpe added that, “the suspected cause of the lone crash was tyre burst and speeding.
“The injured victim was taken to Idera Hospital for medical attention and the corpse was taken away by the family members.”
Meanwhile, the Sector Commander of the FRSC in Ogun, Anthony Uga, has advised motorists to always carry out a routine check on vehicle and replace any defects detected from the vehicle.
It is a difficult task to have to pen a tribute and sing a dirge for a departing soul. It is a more difficult job in our African culture when one is compelled to do so for a younger person. Here I am with the difficult job of singing a dirge for Oluwarotimi Odunayo Akeredolu, my beloved brother, confidant, political soulmate and governor of Ondo State.
I cannot fairly capture in words Rotimi’s towering figure and his human essence. Rotimi was a man who moved our nation towards equity, fairness and justice in his strident advocacy against every form of injustice in our country through the instrumentality of the law as a senior advocate, attorney general of his beloved state, as President of the Nigerian Bar Association and Governor of Ondo State.
In a challenging moment of our statehood when marauding agents of darkness spread their tentacles across our country, Rotimi was a strong voice in wilderness calling us to rethink our security architecture so we can have a more secure nation. His unrelenting advocacy led to the birth of the local police in the South West.
Rotimi was a man of ideas and action. While he was with us, he taught us the power of action and service. In Ondo State where he had the honour to serve as the Governor in the last 6 years, he served his people with absolute loyalty, dedication and forthrightness. His footprints dot the entire landscape in the hundreds of kilometres of roads he built, the many school he built and healthcare facilities that he provided. During the dark hours when marauding agents of darkness visited the state and killed defenceless citizens where 40 worshippers of the Catholic Church of Owo were killed on June 5, 2022, Rotimi’s leadership qualities as a true statesman and compassionate leader radiated brightly to the world. He was a mourner-in-chief who guided his people through an agonising period. Today, I MOURN a fighter and fearless defender of truth and the masses.
My personal journey with Rotimi started as joint members of the progressive family. We fought many battles together to restore progressive governance in the South West, Edo State and Nigeria as a whole. During this uncertain period, Rotimi was resolute and unflinching. He showed uncommon courage as member of our legal team in our battles to reclaim our stolen mandates in Ekiti, Ondo, Edo and Osun States. A gallant lawyer and one of the finest of the legal profession. I beckoned on him to contest for the governorship position of Ondo State in 2012. Even though he didn’t make it in first attempt his enthusiasm and determination to serve his people never diminished. He eventually made it to the Alagbaka Government House in his second attempt in the 2016 election, Since he was sworn-in in February 2017, he had served the people with devotion.
Rotimi has played his role well and left us untimely. We will never see his likes again. Let me tell the people of Ondo State that I am grieving with you. We will honour Rotimi’s memory and make sure his legacy of service is never forgotten.
In my grief and sadness, I have telephoned his wife, Betty, and Acting Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa to commiserate with them and urge them to take heart over this national tragedy.
Governor Akeredolu was not just a friend, ally and associate, he was a brother and soulmate.
His death is a blow to our governing APC and the progressive family as we are diminished by it.
I hope that his successor Aiyedatiwa will hold steadfast to the vision of governance left by this towering political leader.
Lucky Ayedatiwa has just been sworn in as substantive Governor of Ondo State following the demise of the State Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu. Akeredolu was declared dead today after suffering from protracted illness.
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dr. Dapo Abiodun – MFR, on Wednesday described the death of his Ondo State counterpart, Rotimi Akeredolu, as tragic.
Akeredolu succumbed to leukaemia in Lagos on Wednesday. He was 67.
In his condolence message to the acting Governor of Ondo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, the family of the deceased and Ondo people, Prince Abiodun described Akeredolu, who until his death was the chairman of the South West Governors Forum, as a a dogged fighter throughout his life time.
According to him, Akeredolu, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) and a former President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), stood for equity and fairness in the run up to the 2023 presidential election when he was the chairman of the Southern Governors’ Forum.
Prince Abiodun said Akeredolu was a visionary leader with an unwavering dedication to his people and social justice.
Abiodun said: “Akeredolu made an indelible mark on Nigerian politics. From his tenure as the chairman of the Nigeria Bar Association to his role as the chairman of the South West Governors Forum, he continuously championed the cause of justice and the upliftment of his people.
“Known for his tireless efforts to improve the lives of Ondo citizens, Akeredolu spearheaded major initiatives that brought about positive change. Under his leadership, the state witnessed significant advancements in healthcare, infrastructure, and education. His commitment to sustainable development earned him the respect and admiration of colleagues and citizens alike.
“As the nation mourns the loss of a formidable leader, Rotimi Akeredolu’s memory will continue to serve as a beacon of hope and inspiration for generations to come. His legacy of compassion, justice, and progress will endure, forever reminding Nigerians of the transformative power of dedicated leadership.
“In this time of immense grief, the people of Ondo State must unite, draw strength from their cherished memories of their late governor and resolve to honour his legacy by building upon the foundations he laid, ensuring that his vision for a better and brighter future for Ondo State lives on.”
There was general excitement in Iseyin Community yesterday when the youths embarked on fitness race and walked across some selected places in the town.
The marathon race which started at Aseyin Palace, OJaba at exactly 7:30am on Monday, 26th of December 2023 had participants drawn from various areas and towns in Iseyin Local Government Council.
The race started from Aseyin Palace, Ojaba and ended with a final destination at Technical College, Oluwole.
The President of Iseyin Youth Development Group, Babajide Oniyo while giving his opening remark said, the programme was organised purposely to sensitize the youths on the need to be responsible in their youthfulness and ensure they abide by the truth for the betterment of the society.
“Last year when we held this marathon race, we focused our attention on general election and we held lecture to sensitize the youths on their role as stakeholder. This year, we have come with a lecture that focuses on the development of Iseyin as the city continues to expand. The theme tagged: “The emerging role of youths as Iseyin expands” to be delivered by our amiable lecturer, Dr. Ridwan Bello.
“It’s our hope that the race is going to serve as an avenue to remind the youths of their values and their responsibilities in the peaceful growth and serenity of Iseyin and the country at large. It will also serve as an extracurricular activity for students and youths and promote cordial relationship among them. Furthermore, it will further project Iseyin Local government in high stance amongst its contemporaries in Oke-Ogun. It’s our great hope that subsequent ones will boost Iseyin economy and reputation as the race will be opened to the entire Oke -Ogun for participation”.
He equally charged all stakeholders to ensure that they continually support the scheme as they hope to expand the scope of the marathon to cover Nigeria in future.
He therefore commended Aseyin of Iseyin, Oba Sefiu Oyebola III, other notable indigenes of Iseyin and the entire members of the Committee for their support towards the realization of the programme.
Dr. Ridwan Bello who delivered lecture at the programme, affirmed that the development of any town solely lies in the resilience of the youths and called on youths to brace up for the challenges that may surface while the community continues to develop.
He highlighted the roles of youths in the development of the nation while charging community leaders to ensure they give chance to them in order to deploy their potentials for overall development of the society.
He enjoined all political and community leaders to begin massive investment in youths and fix them in appropriate places where they can harness their potentials for the development of the town.
He also used the occasion to spell out some areas where youths are needed and specific tasks that could be assigned to them.
The Marathon race was graced by several stakeholders which included by Aseyin of Iseyin, Oba Sefiu Oyebola III, Olori of Aseyin, Yeye Oba, Ikolaba of Iseyin, High Chief Tikalosoro, representative of Hon. Tosin Peller, among several others.
The executive governor of Ondo State, Rotimi Akeredolu, has reportedly passed away at age 67.
This comes just two weeks after the ailing governor reportedly embarked on a medical trip to Germany, his second in about four months.
According to news report, a family source disclosed on Wednesday, December 27, that Akeredolu died in Lagos.
The news outlet reports that he was managed by State House doctors up to his death because they could not fly him abroad.
“Akeredolu is dead; he died in Lagos. They were looking for dialysis machines to be sent to his secret location in Lagos last week,” the source was quoted as saying.
Recall that the ailing governor returned to Nigeria in September following a three-month medical leave in Germany and only recently proceeded on another one after he was directed by President Bola Tinubu to hand over power to his deputy, Lucky Aiyedatiwa.
His deputy, Aiyedatiwa has been standing in as Acting Governor.
Christmas festivities turned into a day of mourning for nine families in Inisa, Osun State, as a truck loaded with beans crashed on Monday morning.
Three other passengers sustained injuries and are receiving medical attention.
The accident occurred near Yidi Junction in Inisa, involving a Mitsubishi Canter truck (plate number MNA606SB) conveying beans from Niger to Edo State.
The driver was suspected to have fallen asleep on wheel, leading to the loss of control and subsequent crash.
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) spokesperson, Kehinde Adeleke, confirmed the tragic incident,
Adeleke said the deceased persons’ remains have been transferred to a morgue, while the injured are receiving treatment at an hospital.
The Lagos State Police Command has taken swift action and apprehended the suspect. Benjamin Hundeyin, the Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer, provided a statement on his official X handle on Monday, December 25, confirming the arrest.
Hundeyin stated, “Recently, #followlasg had installed solar-powered streetlights in various locations across the state. Unfortunately, within a few weeks, the solar panels started disappearing due to thefts.”
Upon receiving this information, the police immediately launched an investigation and diligently worked towards solving the case. Finally, a breakthrough occurred a few days ago when officers from the Alausa Division on Ikosi Road apprehended Emmanuel Achogwu, a 30-year-old technician, in possession of four stolen solar panels.
Further investigation has revealed that Achogwu was previously contracted as one of the technicians responsible for installing the very same solar-powered streetlights he targeted for theft. It is disappointing that he misused his position of trust and expertise for his own personal gain.
The Lagos State Police Command remains committed to ensuring the protection of public property and the well-being of its citizens. The suspect will face appropriate legal consequences for his actions, serving as a deterrent to others who may be considering similar acts of vandalism.
