Governor Seyi Makinde on Friday swore in the newly elected chairmen and vice chairmen for the 33 local government areas of Oyo State. The ceremony took place at the House of Chiefs, Parliament Building, Secretariat, Ibadan, with the Chief Judge of the state, Justice Iyabo Yerima, administering the oath of office.
Governor Makinde, represented by his deputy, Bayo Lawal, charged the new council bosses to replicate his administration’s vision at the local level, focusing on people-oriented programs and policies. He emphasized the importance of upholding democratic values and the rule of law to achieve unprecedented grassroots development.
The state Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Segun Olayiwola, praised Governor Makinde’s commitment to fairness, transparency, and accountability, urging the newly sworn-in chairmen to work collaboratively with their executives to ensure the dividends of democracy reach all citizens.
The event marked a significant milestone in Oyo State’s democratic journey, affirming the administration’s dedication to good governance and adherence to the rule of law.
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*Oyo State Governor Swears in Newly Elected Local Government Chairmen*
Ibadan, Oyo State – Governor Seyi Makinde on Friday swore in the newly elected chairmen and vice chairmen for the 33 local government areas of Oyo State. The ceremony took place at the House of Chiefs, Parliament Building, Secretariat, Ibadan, with the Chief Judge of the state, Justice Iyabo Yerima, administering the oath of office.
Governor Makinde, represented by his deputy, Bayo Lawal, charged the new council bosses to replicate his administration’s vision at the local level, focusing on people-oriented programs and policies. He emphasized the importance of upholding democratic values and the rule of law to achieve unprecedented grassroots development.
The state Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Segun Olayiwola, praised Governor Makinde’s commitment to fairness, transparency, and accountability, urging the newly sworn-in chairmen to work collaboratively with their executives to ensure the dividends of democracy reach all citizens.