Seyi
Makinde, governor of Oyo, has sacked Raphael Afonja, the state commissioner of
works, infrastructure and transport.
In
a statement on Monday, Taiwo Adisa, chief press secretary to the governor, said
the termination of Afonja’s appointment was contained in a letter dated August
10 and signed by Olubamiwo Adeosun, secretary to the state government (SSG).
The
reason for the commissioner’s sack was not officially stated, but Afonja had
announced at a radio programme earlier on Monday that he spent 55 days treating
COVID-19.
The sack letter as reproduced by Adisa, read: “I wish to convey the approval of His Excellency, Governor Seyi Makinde, on the termination of your appointment as Honourable Commissioner, with immediate effect.
“Consequent
upon the above development, you are hereby directed to hand over all the
government items in your possession to the permanent secretary (ministry of
works, infrastructure and transport).
“I
am to add that, your contribution within the time of your sojourn is appreciated
and commendable, and therefore, wish you successes in your future endeavours. I
thank you.”
The
governor also swapped the portfolios of two of his commissioners.
Bayo
Lawal who was commissioner of special duties was moved to the state’s ministry
of local government and chieftaincy affairs, while Funmilayo Orisadeyi who held
sway in the latter ministry was given the former role of Lawal.
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