ODIRS Debunks False Information On Ondo State IGR Figures
The Ondo State Internal Revenue Service, ODIRS, has debunked the figures that is trending online as not the true representation of the state Internally Generated Revenue for the first half of the year 2025.
Chairman, ODIRS, Mr Bayo Rojugbokan in a statement signed in Akure on Monday said the report in circulation was misleading.
The statement read:
“The attention of the Ondo State Internal Revenue Service (ODIRS) has been drawn to a misleading report currently circulating on social media and other online platforms regarding the Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) of Ondo State for the first half of 2025.
“The viral publication claimed that Ondo State generated ₦22,483,369,409.97 within the period under review.
“We wish to categorically state that this information is incorrect and does not reflect the true revenue performance of the State.
“For the avoidance of doubt, the official and verifiable figure for Ondo State’s IGR as at the first half of 2025, as published on the Joint Tax Board (JTB) portal, stands at ₦28,154,864,901.17.
“This is 132.53% of the figure (#21.24 billion) recorded at the same period last year. ODIRS remains committed to transparency, accountability, and the continuous growth of Ondo State’s revenue base in line with global best practices.
“We, therefore, urge the general public and stakeholders to always verify information from credible and official sources before dissemination.
“The people of Ondo State can be assured that the Service will continue to work tirelessly to improve revenue generation towards the sustainable development of our dear State.”
