The Lagos State Internal Revenue Service (LIRS) has reaffirmed its leadership in public sector excellence after securing major honours at the 2025 Peak Performer Awards, held on Tuesday, 18 November 2025, at the Lagos Oriental Hotel.
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In a remarkable moment for the agency, the Executive Chairman, Mr. Ayodele Subair, featured as the cover personality of the 2025 Peak Performer Magazine and was honoured with the prestigious “Board Chair of the Year” Award. The recognition celebrates his visionary leadership, strategic innovation, and impressive achievements in strengthening revenue administration in Lagos State.
The award highlights Mr. Subair’s unwavering commitment to performance excellence, digital transformation, and operational efficiency—attributes that have positioned LIRS as a national reference point for modern revenue management.
Under his guidance, LIRS has introduced bold reforms, deployed advanced technology solutions, and enhanced service delivery, placing Lagos State at the forefront of progressive tax administration in Nigeria.
LIRS also shone brightly during the ceremony, receiving the “Peak Performing Revenue Agency” Award. This honour reflects the agency’s dedication to transparent governance, continuous improvement, and the adoption of best-practice revenue systems that support Lagos State’s economic advancement.
Other distinguished recipients at the event included Chief Chris O. Okunowo (Legal Profession), Dr. Godwin Ehigiamusoe (Financial Services), Austin Avuru (Oil & Gas), Dr. John Obaro (Payment Services), Dr. Victoria A. Samson (Oil & Gas), Dr. Abiodun Adedipe (Professional Services), Prof. Chris Uwaje (Information Technology), Dotun Sulaiman and Ufot Udeme (Professional Services).
In his remarks, Mr. Subair expressed gratitude for the accolades, saying:
“This award reflects the dedication, professionalism, and hard work of the entire LIRS family. Our focus remains on driving innovation, enhancing efficiency, and contributing meaningfully to Lagos State’s development. We are committed to raising standards, improving service delivery, and building a world-class revenue administration system.”
The 2025 Peak Performer Awards brought together influential leaders in business, governance, and development to celebrate individuals and institutions shaping national progress.
LIRS’ dual recognition further cements its reputation as a forward-thinking, high-performance agency committed to innovation, exceptional service, and impactful leadership.
