A wave of resignations has hit Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde’s administration, with 12 political appointees reportedly leaving their positions amid growing political activities ahead of the 2027 elections.
According to a report by InsideOyo published on October 19, 2026, four more appointees submitted their resignation letters on Monday, bringing the reported number of recent departures to 12. The latest departures include officials from the Oyo State Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM), the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Michael Adeniyi Koleoso Polytechnic, Saki, and Ogbomoso South Local Government.
Among those who recently resigned is Segun Ogunwuyi, Makinde’s former Chief of Staff, whose resignation took effect on October 12, 2026. His departure was followed by the appointment of Bashorun Akinwole, popularly known as Wolekanle, as his replacement.
Other reported departures include former security adviser Fatai Owoseni, Advisory Council member Babatunde Oduyoye, and former College of Agriculture, Igboora board chairman Damilare Gideon Amusan.
The resignations come as political parties and aspirants intensify preparations for the 2027 elections. However, the reasons behind the individual departures vary, and not all the appointees have publicly disclosed why they resigned.