Makinde Appoints New Governing Councils for Oyo Tertiary Institutions

IBADAN, OYO STATE – Governor ‘Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has approved the appointment of chairmen and members for the governing councils and boards of tertiary institutions across the state. The announcement, contained in a letter signed by the Chief of Staff to the Governor, Otunba Segun Ogunwuyi, marks a significant step towards reinforcing the leadership and strategic direction of these vital educational institutions.

The appointments, which took effect on May 22, 2025, are expected to bring fresh perspectives and strengthen governance in the institutions. The newly constituted councils are tasked with overseeing policy formulation, financial management, and overall development of their respective institutions.

The full list of appointed officials for each institution is as follows:

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Oyo State College of Education, Lanlate:

* Comrade Olusegun Oyewumi – Chairman

* Alhaji Badmus Tajudeen Tunde – Member

* Bamise Alabi – Member

* Saliu Alao Jimoh – Member

* Babarinde Sunday Ademola – Member

Oyo State College of Agriculture, Igboora:

* Dr. Amusan Damilare Gideon – Chairman

* Alhaji Salami Lateef Adebayo – Member

* Mr. Oseni Abolade Olosun – Member

* Dr. Adekunle Onile – Member

* Mr. Kareem Adesina Rashid – Member

* Dr. Saheed Adetunji Ige – Member

* Mr. Joseph Oladapo Olaoye – Member

* Mr. Babatunde Akeem – Member

The Polytechnic Ibadan, Ibadan:

* Prof. Lanre Nassar – Chairman

* Prince Adeleke Akinboye Ajala – Member

* Prof. Odunola Olaitan Olutayo – Member

* Prof. (Engr.) Mudasiru Lateef Owolabi – Member

* Mr. Abduljelili Sunmonu – Member

* Engr. Tajudeen Bello Olori – Member

* Mr. Ogungbe Oludele Tunji – Member

* Mrs. Eniola Lucy Bola – Member

The Oke Ogun Polytechnic, Saki:

* Dr. Bisi Ojebola – Chairman

* Mrs. Mojisola Olufunmilayo Ajayi – Member

* Mrs. Bose Morakinyo – Member

* Adeyanju Noah Olusola – Member

* Hon. Olajide Olusina Olatoye – Member

* Mr. Mudasir Niyi Salaam – Member

Oyo State College of Health Science and Technology, Eleyele, Ibadan:

* Dr. Ganiyu Ajadi – Chairman

* Mrs. Dolapo Dosumu – Member

* Fatai Usman Bolaji – Member

* Mr. Bodunde Adeosun – Member

Governor Makinde, while congratulating the new appointees, urged them to consider their appointments a profound call to service. He emphasized the state government’s commitment to advancing education and expects the new councils to uphold integrity, dedication, and diligence in their duties.

The appointments are anticipated to inject renewed vigor into the management and administration of these key tertiary institutions, contributing to the overall development of the education sector in Oyo State.