Makinde swears in new SSG, HoS, commissioners

Seyi Makinde, the governor of Oyo State, officially swore in 16 newly confirmed commissioners on Wednesday.

Additionally, he swore in Kudirat Adeyemo, the new secretary to the state government, as well as Olubunmi Oni, the former acting head of service, to their respective substantive positions.

Makinde, who also swore in the 13 newly promoted Permanent Secretaries and the newly appointed Accountant General of the state, Kikelomo Adegoke, during the swearing-in ceremony at the Executive Chambers, Governor’s Office in Ibadan, the state capital, expressed confidence in their ability to use their wealth of professional experiences to improve governance.

The new cabinet members were urged to view their appointments as a call to service and not for personal advancement after the governor revealed that it was the first time the state had a cabinet that was fairly representative of all 14 Federal constituencies in the state.

“To you all, this is a call for more work,” Makinde said. Some of the commissioners worked alongside me during my first term, and some of you are already familiar with my style of operation. Nothing will change. Some have claimed that because they are not looking for anything, second-term administrations are typically very elapsed. In any case, we want to leave a lasting legacy for the state. We won’t disappoint our supporters, then.

We have a lot of work to do for our people, I want you to know that. The roadmap for sustainable development from 2023 to 2027 has already been prepared. Please press the key. These are very challenging times. This second term has seen a lot of activity, and based on what we have observed, much will be expected of us. Please refrain from being lax. You have all taken the oath of office, and I expect you to fulfil your duties in accordance with it.

Therefore, he gave them his word that he would keep offering a forum for personal development while pursuing the overall advancement of the state.

The new commissioners’ titles and areas of responsibility are as follows: Akinola Ojo is in charge of finance, Tunji Babatunde is in charge of the budget and economic planning, Seun Ashamu is in charge of energy and mineral resources, Biodun Aikomo is in charge of justice, Toyin Balogun is in charge of women’s issues and social inclusion, AbdulMojeed Mogbojubola is in charge of the environment, Williams Akinfunmil

Additionally, Segun Olayiwola (local government and chieftaincy matters), Fausat Sanni (special duties), Daud Sangodoyin (public works and transportation), Olasunkanmi Olaleye (agriculture and natural development), Demola Ojo (trade, investment, industry, and cooperatives), AbdulWaheed Soliu (education, science, and technology), and Adeniyi Adebisi (establishment and training) are included.