Oyo Gov Makinde Reshuffles Cabinet, Assigns New Portfolios To Commissioners

MONDAY May 5, 2025 |
By thenewsdesk.ng

Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde has announced a major cabinet reshuffle, reassigning key commissioners to new ministries in a move aimed at enhancing governance and service delivery.

The announcement was contained in a letter signed by the Governor’s Chief of Staff, Otunba Segun Ogunwuyi, and released on Monday.

According to the reshuffle, the Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Seun Ashamu, will now head the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources.

The current Commissioner for Environment, Hon. Abdulmojeed Mogbonjubola, has been redeployed to the Ministry of Public Works, Infrastructure and Transport.

Professor Dahud Shangodoyin, previously in charge of Public Works, will take over as Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources.

Also affected are the education and establishment portfolios. Professor Solihu Adelabu, Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, is moving to the Ministry of Establishments and Training, while Hon. Segun Olayiwola, formerly Commissioner for Establishments, will now oversee the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology.

The reshuffle takes immediate effect.

Governor Makinde urged all affected commissioners to remain committed and loyal in the discharge of their duties, emphasising the need for continued dedication to the development of the state.