In a move to enhance transparency and accountability, the Ogun State House of Assembly has passed the Local Government (Amendment) Law, 2024, paving the way for the establishment of an Audit Department in local government administrations. This milestone legislation aims to promote prudency and improved service delivery.
The bill’s passage followed a seamless process, starting with the presentation of the Committee report by Chairman, House Committee on Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon. Jemili Akingbade.
The motion for adoption was seconded by Hon. Dickson Awolaja and supported by all members through a unanimous voice vote. Under the guidance of Speaker Rt. Hon. Oludaisi Elemide, the bill underwent a clause-by-clause reading and adoption by the Committee of Whole.
The Majority Leader, Yusuf Sheriff, moved the motion for the third reading, seconded by Hon. Adeyinka Ademola, and the Whole House supported it through a unanimous voice vote.
The Deputy Clerk, Barr. (Mrs.) Funmilayo Adeyemi, then conducted the third reading before the lawmakers. Finally, Speaker Rt. Hon. Oludaisi Elemide directed that the bill be transmitted to Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun for his assent.
This development marks a significant milestone in the state’s quest for transparency and accountability in local government administration. The creation of an Audit Department is expected to ensure that resources are judiciously utilized, and citizens receive the desired quality of service.
The lawmakers’ commitment to this cause is laudable, and their efforts will undoubtedly yield positive results. As the bill awaits the Governor’s assent, the people of Ogun State eagerly anticipate the transformative impact of this legislation on local government administration.
With this amendment, Ogun State is poised to set a new standard for transparency and accountability in local government administration, serving as a model for other states to emulate.
The future of local government administration in Ogun State looks brighter, thanks to the visionary leadership of the State House of Assembly.
