The Lagos State Government has released the Year 2026 Land Use Charge (LUC) bills, urging property owners across the state to take advantage of a 15 per cent early payment discount by settling their obligations within the approved timeframe.
The government also announced that enforcement actions against defaulters of the 2025 Land Use Charge will begin soon, warning that non-compliance will attract statutory penalties.
Land Use Charge remains a major revenue stream for the state, funding the construction, upgrade, and maintenance of critical infrastructure and public services. Proceeds from the charge have supported landmark projects such as the Lagos Rail Mass Transit Blue Line and the Lagos Rail Mass Transit Red Line, both of which have improved mobility and reduced travel time within the metropolis.
Revenue generated has also been channelled into the rehabilitation of key roads and bridges to ease traffic congestion, expansion and modernisation of healthcare facilities, strengthening of security architecture, and environmental improvements across the state.
Speaking on the release of the 2026 bills, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Finance, Mr Tajudeen Mahmud Alao, described payment of the charge as both a statutory and civic responsibility. He noted that consistent compliance directly contributes to better roads, quality healthcare, improved education, enhanced security, and a cleaner environment.
The state government reiterated that Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu remains committed to building a resilient and globally competitive megacity through sustained infrastructure investment and prudent fiscal management.
Property owners are advised to make payments through approved channels, including internet banking, designated bank branches, USSD platforms, POS terminals at LUC offices, the Lagos Online Assistant (LOLA) WhatsApp payment platform, and the Lagos Revenue Portal. Eligible taxpayers are encouraged to take advantage of the 15 per cent early payment rebate.