Speaking at a press parley, the Special Adviser to the Governor of Lagos State on taxation, Abdul-Kabir Opeyemi Ogungbo said Lagos State is set to revolutionize bill payments with the upcoming launch of the Lagos Bill Payment Portal to the residents of Lagos.
This groundbreaking initiative, slated for introduction on Thursday, August 15, 2024, underscores Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s dedication to improving the quality of life for Lagosians and modernizing state services.
The Bill Payment Portal is designed to transform how residents and businesses handle their civic responsibilities, making the payment process more efficient, convenient, and secure. Here are some of the key features of this new platform:
Key Features Of The Lagos Bill Payment Portal:
- Unified Payment System: The portal consolidates all bill payments across various ministries, departments, and agencies, offering a one-stop shop for all Lagos State transactions.
- Convenient Payment Methods: Users can make payments via card, bank transfer, USSD, POS, QR code, and more, directly from their homes or offices—no need for physical visits to state offices or banks.
- Enhanced Security: The platform ensures secure payment processing, providing instant, automated receipts and protecting users from fraudulent transactions.
- User-Friendly Registration: Individuals and businesses can easily register and manage their profiles online, simplifying the registration process.
- Error Management: The portal allows users to request amendments and reversals on payments, minimizing errors and disputes.
- Comprehensive Payment History: Users can access and download their payment history and remittance statements.
- Accessibility: Available on both web and mobile applications, the portal is designed for seamless integration with existing and future technologies, ensuring scalability and data integrity.
For Lagosians, the Bill Payment Portal is a tool for streamlined and efficient transactions. For the Lagos State Government, it represents a unified system for revenue collection, enhancing transparency and efficiency.
In conclusion, this portal marks a pivotal step in modernizing Lagos State’s revenue collection system. It aims to increase compliance, support efficient service delivery, and boost revenue for developmental projects.
In attendance with the Special Adviser to the governor of Lagos State are, the chairman of the Committee for the project, Mr. Kingsley. He has been the managing director of Tech Pay and the chairman of the media committee. Mr. Femi Ajibade, who is the project manager for the LRP. The media consultant to the Special adviser on taxation, Mrs Olufayo Adeleye
Abdul-Kabir Opeyemi Ogungbo said the good people of Lagos should embrace this new system and experience the convenience it offers.
