JUST IN: Gov Makinde Reshuffles Cabinet, Anounces New Appointment
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has announced a minor cabinet reshuffle, resulting in changes to key positions within his administration.
In a statement issued on Monday by his Special Adviser on Media, Sulaimon Olanrewaju, the governor relieved Professor Olanike Adeyemo, Secretary to the State Government (SSG), of her appointment with immediate effect.
Professor Musibau Adetunji Babatunde has been appointed as the new Secretary to the State Government, according to the statement.
As part of the reshuffle, Barrister Temilolu Seun Ashamu has been redeployed from the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources to the Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning.
Governor Makinde also announced his Senior Special Assistant on Public Works, Ademola Aderinto, as a commissioner-designate. Aderinto is expected to be presented to the Oyo State House of Assembly for screening and confirmation in line with constitutional provisions.
In addition, the governor approved new appointments aimed at strengthening strategic sectors of governance. Honourable Abiodun Adedoja was appointed as Special Adviser on Energy Security, while Kolawole Elijah Akanmu was named Senior Special Assistant on Budget and Economic Planning.
The statement did not specify the reasons for the changes but noted that the decisions take immediate effect, underscoring the governor’s commitment to repositioning the administration for improved service delivery and effective governance in Oyo State.
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