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Oyo State administration leadership changes

Overview

The administration of Governor Seyi Makinde in Oyo State has experienced significant personnel shifts. In early November 2026, three senior officials resigned, including the Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, the Special Adviser on Budget and Economic Planning, and a member of the Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission. One departing official cited an “unconducive working environment” as the reason for leaving. These exits followed previous high profile resignations from the Chief of Staff and other key administrative roles.

Following these departures, Governor Makinde appointed and swore in four new permanent secretaries to fill vacancies in the state civil service. The Governor described the selection process as transparent and merit based, noting that while 80 per cent of the appointments were based on merit, 20 per cent were reserved for balancing considerations to ensure equity and representation. Makinde stated that his administration remains committed to service delivery despite upcoming political activities.

Entities

Oyo State · Seyi Makinde · Ibadan · Allied Peoples Movement · Ayobami Ojo

Timeline

  1. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde swears in four permanent secretaries

    Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde swore in four new permanent secretaries following a competitive process based on merit and equitable representation.

  2. [POLITICS] 14 sources
    Oyo State officials resign from Governor Makinde’s administration

    Three senior Oyo State officials, including the Budget Commissioner and a Special Adviser, have resigned from Governor Seyi Makinde’s administration amid a series of recent high-profile exits.

Sources

ekohotblog.com · gwg.ng · lagostelevision.com · newtelegraphng.com · persecondnews.com · phenomenal.com.ng · pointblanknews.com · punchng.com · qed.ng · reportersatlarge.com · thechronicle.com.gh · thecitizenng.com · theglittersonline.com.ng · thepodiummedia.com · yardhype.com