By Bilesanmi Abayomi
In a bid to rejuvenate revenue streams and combat mismanagement, Kosofe Local Government has appointed Mr. Michael Olugbo Adeyemi as the new Chairman of the Revenue Committee, following the dismissal of his predecessor, Lekan Akala.
The decision to replace Akala stemmed from concerns over dwindling revenue and allegations of financial misconduct, including reports of funds being siphoned into private hands. This move underscores the council’s commitment to transparency and efficiency in governance.
Mr. Adeyemi, a seasoned IT and sales professional trained in the UK, brings a formidable skill set to the table. Armed with a BSc in Business Information Technology from Portsmouth University and an MSc in Management Information Technology from Nottingham University, Adeyemi is well-prepared to modernize Kosofe’s revenue collection strategies.
His career highlights include founding Fidelize Global Limited, an esteemed IT consultancy firm, and serving as an Enterprise Cloud Technology Sales Director at Oracle Corporation. His expertise is poised to introduce cutting-edge technologies and innovative methodologies aimed at optimizing revenue generation and management within the local government.
The appointment of Mr. Adeyemi was facilitated by Barr. Moyosore Adedoyin Ogunlewe, the Executive Chairman of Kosofe Local Government, and received unanimous approval from the Legislative Arm following rigorous vetting led by Hon. Idowu Oluloro, Leader of the Kosofe Legislative Arm.
As an active member of professional bodies such as the Nigerian Computer Society and the British Computer Society, Mr. Adeyemi is committed to implementing international best practices in revenue management. His tenure is expected to usher in a new era of accountability and efficiency, provided that efforts to undermine his mandate by corrupt officials are thwarted.
With all eyes now on Mr. Adeyemi, Kosofe residents and stakeholders await eagerly to see how his leadership will transform the financial landscape of their local government.