The Oyo State Government has dismissed as false a viral post alleging plans to impose taxes on social events such as burials, naming ceremonies, and weddings.
In a statement signed by the Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, the government described the viral post as a deliberate attempt to mislead the public and tarnish the image of Governor Seyi Makinde’s administration.
Oyelade explained that any official document related to tax or levy must contain a Revenue Code, bear the signature of the Chairman of the Oyo State Internal Revenue Board, and include the address of the Oyo State Internal Revenue Office. None of these features appeared in the viral post, he noted.
He urged members of the public to disregard the fake information, describing it as one of the many tactics political opponents may use as the 2027 elections approach to misinform residents and discredit the government’s achievements over the past seven years.
The Commissioner further cautioned bloggers, journalists, and media platforms against circulating unverified information, stressing the need for accuracy and professionalism in their reporting.
Oyelade reaffirmed the government’s commitment to transparency and good governance, assuring residents that Governor Makinde’s administration remains focused on delivering developmental projects across the state.