Makinde swears in new Head of Service, commissioners

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has appointed Adenike Fasina as the new Head of Service, along with Lateef Oyeleke and Ayobami Ojo as Commissioners. The swearing-in ceremony took place at the Governor’s Office in Ibadan.

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Your appointments are based on competence, performance and recognition of years of diligence and distinguished service to Oyo across different fields. This government has thrived on appointing individuals based on merit and excellence rather than sentiments.

Governor Makinde stressed that these appointments reflect the administration's core principle of selecting individuals based on merit, competence, and proven diligence rather than sentiment. He urged the new appointees to remain loyal, discharge their duties effectively, and prioritize the continuous growth and development of Oyo State.

Lateef Oyeleke has been assigned the role of Commissioner for Special Duties, while Ayobami Ojo will lead the Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning. This reshuffling sees Faosat Joke Sanni, formerly the Commissioner for Special Duties, redeployed to the Ministry of Investment, Trade, Cooperatives, and Industry.

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To be loyal to the government, discharge their duties effectively and put in their best for the continuous growth and development of the state.

Makinde highlighted that Fasina's appointment as the 19th Head of Service and the 7th woman to hold the position fulfills the administration's commitment to the 35 percent affirmative action for women's inclusion. He noted that this appointment also addresses a previous gap, as the Ibarapa Zone had not previously had a Permanent Secretary since 2019.

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This administration has continued to fulfil the 35 per cent affirmative action policy on women’s inclusion in governance and public office.

The governor also reaffirmed his administration's dedication to enhancing the public service and ensuring the safety of citizens. He encouraged residents to report suspicious activities using the state's toll-free emergency number and reassured the public about ongoing efforts to secure the safe return of abducted pupils and teachers from Oriire Local Government Area.

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This administration will continue in its commitment to improve the civil/public service, while also keeping up with the agenda on the broader development of the state.