Governor Abiodun swears-in commissioners, special advisers

….plans creation of new ministries

Speaking at the swearing-in- ceremony of the cabinet members held at the Obas’ Complex, Oke-Mosan Abeokuta, Governor Abiodun also charged them to hit the ground running and work collectively for the rapid development of the State.

While urging the appointees to see their appointments as a clarion call to further render selfless service to the people, Governor Abiodun enjoined them to ensure a symbiotic relationship with the civil servants in their ministries and agencies.

He said the State has witnessed many landmark achievements in the last four years hence the need for the new Executive Council members to work as a team to further deepen development in all parts of the State.

He said: “You must be conscious of the fact that our people expect so much from us and we can not afford to disappoint them in any way, as you must always have it at the back of your mind that your appointments are opportunities to prove your mettle as we jointly forge ahead in this new journey of hope.

“For all of us, whether we are returning or newly coming on board as Commissioners or Special Advisers, you must always be guided by our philosophy of action and determination predicated on conviction to serve the good people of Ogun State without blemish.

“Our ISEYA mantra must henceforth become your guiding principle in whatever you do and wherever you find yourself at any point in time, as we are committed to Building Our Future Together.”

Governor Abiodun also disclosed plans to create more ministries.

He said with the creation of more ministries, more appointments would be coming, even as he warned that there was no way such appointments can go round.

Those sworn-in as Commissioners and their portfolios are: Mr. OLUSINA

Mr. Dapo Okubadejo (Finance), Mr. Olaolu Olabimtan (Budget), Jagunmolu Jamiu Omoniyi Akande (Housing), Engr. Adebowale Akinsanya (Works), Mr. Olusina Ogungbade (Attorney General), Dr. Tomi Coker (Health), Prof. Abayomi Arigbabu (Education), Hon. Ganiyu Hamzat (Local Govt/Chieftancy).

Others are Engr. Oludotun Taiwo (Forestry), Mr. Adebola Sofela (Industry, Trade & Investment), Hon. (Mrs) Olufemi Oduntan Ilori (Rural), Hon. (Mrs) Adijat Adeleye (Women Affairs), Engr. Olugbenga Dairo (Transport), Hon. Bolu Owotomo (Agriculture), Mr. Oladimeji Oresanya (Environment), Hon. Ademola Balogun (Community Development), Mr. Sesan Fagbayi (Culture & Tourism), TPL Olatunji Odunlami (Physical planning & Urban dev.), Hon. (Mrs) Olufunmilayo Efuape (special duties) and Hon. Wasiu Isiaka (Sports).

The Special Advisers are; Arch Biodun Fari-Arole, Hon. (Otunba) Babatunde Olaotan, Mr. Dayo Abiodun, Mr. Olusola Subair Kamar (AIG RTD), Chief Segun Fowora, Babatunde Akeem Adesina, Princess Peju Shote, Hon. Tajudeen Egunjobi, Dr. Leke Otegbeye, Ayotunde Olambiwoninu Lawal, Hon. Kayode Akinmade.

Others are Oyindamola Oyelese, Ap Biodun Sanyaolu, Mr. Seyi Ogunseye, Hon. Adebiyi Adeleye, Hon. Rasak Oluwakemi Daddah, Chief Jide Ojuko, Sola Arobieke, Dr. Reuben Olurotimi Ogungbe, Yemisi Dawodu, Ronke Soyombo and Abayomi Hunye.

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Responding on behalf of the new Commissioners, Mr. Dapo Okubadejo, appreciated the governor for counting them worthy of the appointment, pledging total loyalty and commitment to the ethical values of fairness, accountability and inclusiveness.

Engr. Akeem Adesina responding on behalf of the Special Advisers, pledged better performance, adding that they would be more focus and dedicated to their assigned duties.