Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde
Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the Oyo State Government led by Governor Seyi Makinde has been hit by a fresh wave of resignations following the departure of three political appointees, including a member of the Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission (OYSIEC), Sunday Olugbenga Falana; the Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, Ayobami Oluwaseun Ojo; and the Special Adviser to Governor Seyi Makinde on Budget and Economic Planning, Simeon Adegbola Oyeleke.
The three officials tendered their resignations on Monday which according to them was with immediate effect.
Falana, an indigene of Ogbomoso, communicated his decision in a resignation letter dated November 2, addressed to Governor Makinde through the Chief of Staff.
In the letter, the former OYSIEC member expressed gratitude to the governor for the opportunity to serve on the state’s electoral management body, describing his experience as worthwhile.
He, however, offered no explanation for his decision to leave the commission.
His resignation came shortly after Ojo formally relinquished his position as Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning in a letter addressed to the governor through the Secretary to the State Government.
Ojo, who hails from Ago-Are in Atisbo Local Government Area, submitted his resignation on Monday, November 2, referencing his appointment letter dated June 22, 2026.
He commended Makinde for the confidence reposed in him and the opportunity to serve in his administration, describing his appointment and experience in government as a great honour. He, however, did not disclose the circumstances surrounding his departure.
Also, Oyeleke, who served as the governor’s Special Adviser on Budget and Economic Planning, also tendered his resignation on the same day.
Oyeleke unlike others, citing dissatisfaction with the working environment within the administration.
In his resignation letter, Oyeleke said he was no longer comfortable with the prevailing working environment, which he described as unconducive to effectively pursuing and fulfilling the aspirations of his people within the administration.
He, however appreciated the Governor for his leadership, encouragement and support, as well as the opportunity to contribute to the policies and developmental programmes of the government.
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