Ondo State launches AI-powered human resources and payroll platform

Unveiled in Akure on September 2, 2026, the platform is part of Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa’s administration's efforts to enhance public service delivery through technology. The SmartApps AI mobile self-service application, integrated into the platform, enables authorized civil servants to view payslips, check salary and deduction details, update personal information, submit requests, and receive payroll notifications without visiting administrative offices. Head of Service, Chief Segun Odusanya, emphasized the initiative's importance for effective governance, stating that reliable personnel records are crucial for good information.

He urged stakeholders to ensure effective implementation and maintain high standards of accuracy and confidentiality. Commissioner for Finance, Mrs. Omowumi Isaac, highlighted that the platform's self-service access, stronger payroll controls, and clear audit trail will support government accountability and efficiency. The Ondo Pay platform centralizes employee records, salary computation, approvals, reporting, payroll processing, and pension migration, providing quicker access to information for civil servants and reliable data for government decision-making, aiming to ensure the right employee is paid the right amount at the right tim