Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has inaugurated three commissioners and 10 special advisers into the state Executive Council, charging them to remain humble, accountable, and committed to delivering quality service to the people. The inauguration, which took place in Ado-Ekiti, the state capital, is part of efforts to ensure that the second term administration takes off without delay. Oyebanji emphasized that discipline and speed would remain the guiding principles of his second term.
The newly inaugurated commissioners include Dr. Oyebanji Filani as Commissioner for Health and Human Services, Mr. Dayo Apata (SAN) as Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, and Akintunde Oyebode as Commissioner for Finance. Other appointees include Prof. James Olaleye as Special Adviser on e-GIS, Lands and Survey, and Olayinka Oyebode as Chief Press Secretary and Special Adviser on Media. The governor urged them to ensure that government policies and projects are implemented promptly and in line with global best practices.
Governor Oyebanji warned the appointees against arrogance, indiscipline, corruption, and abuse of public office, stating that his administration would not tolerate unethical conduct, unnecessary bureaucratic delays, or careless mistakes. He emphasized that only God is truly indispensable and cautioned returning commissioners against allowing their experience and length of service to breed a false sense of indispensability.
The governor identified discipline and speed as the two foundational principles that would drive his administration. He urged the appointees to work hard to successfully translate all electoral promises into visible, concrete, and life-changing outcomes for the citizens. Oyebanji also emphasized the importance of professionalism, transparency, technical competence, and efficiency in all government activities.
The inauguration is part of Oyebanji's efforts to consolidate on the achievements of his first term and accelerate the state's development. He stated that the second term is not meant for complacency or self-indulgence but an opportunity to build on the successes of the first term. The governor expressed his commitment to delivering on his promises and ensuring that the state moves forward.
Some of the special advisers inaugurated include Princess Adetoun Agboola (Special Education and Social Inclusion), Dr. Gbenga Oyewole (Development Planning and Budget), and Prof. Akeem Azeez (Special Duties). The governor charged them to remain committed to their duties and work towards achieving the state's development goals.
Governor Oyebanji concluded by stating that he would be impatient and intolerant of indiscipline, unethical behavior, and corruption among members of the cabinet. He emphasized that his administration would work towards ensuring that the state achieves its full potential and that the people of Ekiti State benefit from the government's efforts.
Key points
- Governor Oyebanji charges appointees to remain humble, accountable, and committed to delivering quality service to the people.
- The governor warns against corruption, indiscipline, and abuse of public office, emphasizing that his administration would not tolerate unethical conduct.
- The inauguration is part of Oyebanji's efforts to consolidate on the achievements of his first term and accelerate the state's development.
