BREAKING: MAKINDE’S CHIEF OF STAFF, SEGUN OGUNWUYI, RESIGNS

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By Aishat Momoh. O.

The Chief of Staff to Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, Segun Ogunwuyi, has resigned from the state government with effect from Monday, October 12, 2026.

Ogunwuyi announced his resignation in a letter dated October 12, 2026, stating that his decision took effect from the date of the letter.

The former member of the Oyo State House of Assembly and House of Representatives is among several aides of Makinde who have resigned from the administration in the past two months.

In the resignation letter, Ogunwuyi expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve the state and contribute to the achievements of the administration.

“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 wrote.

He described his time in government as an honour, commending members of the administration for their efforts towards the growth and development of the state.

“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,” the letter read.

Ogunwuyi added that he remained proud of the administration’s collective accomplishments and expressed confidence in the continued progress of Oyo State.

“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 stated.

He concluded by reaffirming his loyalty to the state and the Federal Republic of Nigeria.