RismadarVoice Reporters, March 3, 2026
The Lagos State Government has announced the redeployment of Mr. Adetola Muyiwa John as the new Accountant-General of the state.
The development was disclosed on Tuesday via the state government’s official Facebook handle.
In a statement titled “Sanwo-Olu approves redeployment of Mr. Adetola, Muyiwa John as new State Accountant-General,” the government confirmed that Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu approved the appointment.
According to the statement, Mr. Adetola will serve as Accountant-General of Lagos State and Permanent Secretary of the State Treasury Office.
The redeployment follows the statutory retirement of the outgoing Accountant-General and Permanent Secretary, Dr. Abiodun Muritala.
An official circular issued by the Office of the Head of Service stated that Mr. Adetola was redeployed from the Office of the State Auditor-General, where he previously served as State Auditor-General. The appointment takes immediate effect from Monday, March 2, 2026.
The Head of Service, Mr. Bode Agoro, congratulated the new Accountant-General and urged all stakeholders to give the necessary cooperation to ensure a smooth transition.
The state government described the move as strategic, noting that it reflects its commitment to efficiency, accountability, and continuity in public financial management.
