Lagos Assembly Affirms Tayo-Makanjuola as Auditor-General

By Modupe Gbadeyanka

Mrs Olufunke Omolara Tayo-Makanjuola has been confirmed as the substantive Lagos State Auditor-General after her nomination for the position by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.

She was confirmed for the post by the Lagos State House of Assembly, according to a statement issued by the Office of the State Auditor-General, Lagos State.

It was stated that the Lagos State parliament confirmed Mrs Tayo-Makanjuola as the new Auditor-General on Monday, November 9, 2026.

The development marks a significant milestone in Mrs Tayo-Makanjuola’s distinguished career in the Lagos State Public Service.

Prior to her nomination as Acting State Auditor-General, she served as the Head of Directorate, Government Accounts, where she demonstrated exceptional professionalism, integrity and commitment to public financial management.

She is a seasoned finance professional with an impressive academic and professional background, including a Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) in International Business from Lagos State University, Ojo. She is also a Fellow and member of several reputable professional bodies, including ICAN, ANAN, CITN, CIoD and CFIP (USA), among others.

Her confirmation is a recognition of her wealth of experience, professional competence and capacity to provide effective leadership in advancing the mandate of the Office.