Oyo State: Governor Makinde dissolves cabinet

Olubunmi Osoteku, Ibadan

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The Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde has announced the dissolution of the state’s Executive Council.

Those affected include the Chief of Staff (CoS), Bisi Ilaka and 17 Commissioners.

The Cabinet was constituted on August 14, 2019, following Makinde’s victory in the March 9, 2019, election.

The remaining Council members who were not affected include the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Mrs Olubamiwo Adeosun; Head of Service (HOS), Mrs Amidat Ololade Agboola and the Director-General of Due Process Office, Ms Tara Adefowope.

A statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Mr Taiwo Adisa, indicated that Makinde announced the dissolution of the Executive Council after a meeting of the body, on Tuesday, which lasted for about five hours.

Governor Makinde, according to the statement, expressed the gratitude of the government and the people of Oyo State to the Council members and wished them well in their future endeavours.

He also praised the dedication to duty and the commitment of the council members to the cause of taking Oyo State from poverty to prosperity.

The statement says: “His Excellency, the Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, announced the dissolution of the State Executive Council, with effect from Tuesday, June 29, 2021.

“Governor Makinde, after a prolonged meeting of the Council, told members it was time to retool after two years.

“He, therefore, wished the ex-Commissioners the best in their future endeavours.”

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