The chief of staff to Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo state, Segun Ogunwuyi, has resigned from his position
Ogunwuyi, who had been the governor’s chief of staff for five years, conveyed his resignation in a letter addressed to Makinde on Monday, saying the decision takes immediate effect.
“I respectfully write to resign my appointment as Chief of Staff to the Governor of Oyo state, with effect from today, 12th October, 2026,” he stated.
“Serving the Government and the good people of Oyo State has been a great honour. It has been deeply fulfilling to be part of the exceptional team that has worked relentlessly to deliver the remarkable achievements of this administration.”
Ogunwuyi said he remains immensely proud of the collective achievements of the Makinde administration and its efforts towards the progress and development of the state during his time in office.
“As I take this decision, I do so with profound gratitude for the opportunity to serve, with confidence in the continued progress of Oyo State,” he said.
“Please accept, Your Excellency, the assurances of my highest esteem and unwavering loyalty to Oyo State and the Federal Republic of Nigeria.”
Makinde, presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM), appointed Ogunwuyi in July 2021 to replace Bisi Ilaka, who was relieved of his position at the time.
Before his appointment, Ogunwuyi served as director-general of the Oyo State Investment and Public and Private Partnership Agency (OYSIPA).
He was also a member of the Oyo state house of assembly and represented Ogbomoso North/South and Oriire federal constituency in the house of representatives.
Meanwhile, the governor has appointed Akinwale Akinwole (Wolekanle) as his new Chief of Staff.
Akinwole previously served as Chairman of the Oyo State Local Government Service Commission.
