Key Takeaways

• Ayobami Ojo has resigned as Oyo State Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning.
• His resignation was communicated in a letter dated November 2, 2026.
• The resignation took immediate effect on the same date.
• Ojo referred to his original appointment letter dated June 22, 2026.
• He thanked Governor Seyi Makinde for the opportunity to serve but did not disclose why he resigned.
• His departure follows earlier resignations by Kabiru Salami, Segun Ogunwuyi and Tara Adefope.

The Oyo State Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, Ayobami Ojo, has resigned from his appointment under Governor Seyi Makinde’s administration.

Ojo announced his decision in a resignation letter dated Monday, November 2, 2026, addressed to Governor Makinde through the Secretary to the State Government.

According to the letter, his resignation takes immediate effect, bringing his appointment as commissioner to an end.

Ayobami Ojo Confirms Immediate Resignation

In his letter, Ojo referred to his original appointment dated June 22, 2026, while formally communicating his decision to step down from the position.

He stated that his resignation would take effect from November 2, 2026.

The commissioner’s letter read:

“With reference to your letter dated 22nd June, 2026 (SP.S.662/2/VOL.IV/192), I respectfully write to formally resign my appointment as Honourable Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, with effect from today, 2nd November, 2026,”

— Ayobami Ojo, from his resignation letter addressed to Governor Seyi Makinde.

Commissioner Thanks Makinde For Opportunity To Serve

Beyond announcing his departure, Ojo expressed appreciation to Governor Makinde for giving him the opportunity to serve in the state government.

He described his time serving Oyo State and its people under the governor’s administration as a great honour.

In his words:

“I want to express my sincere appreciation for the opportunity to serve our dear State under the administration of Your Excellency. Serving the Government and the good people of Oyo State has been a great honour that I do not take lightly,”

— Ayobami Ojo, from his resignation letter.

Ojo Does Not Disclose Reason For Resignation

Ojo did not provide any reason for his decision to leave the Makinde administration in the resignation letter cited in the report.

His departure is the latest in a series of resignations involving officials who previously served in the Oyo State Government.

The circumstances behind his decision were not disclosed in the information available in the report.

Other Officials Who Have Resigned From Makinde’s Administration

Before Ojo’s departure, other officials had also resigned from their respective positions in the Makinde administration.

They include Kabiru Salami, who served as the governor’s Executive Assistant on Security Coordination; former Chief of Staff, Segun Ogunwuyi; and Tara Adefope, the Director-General of the Oyo State Due Process Office.

Their departures form part of the recent changes in personnel within the Oyo State Government.

Ojo’s resignation adds another name to the list of officials who have left positions in the Makinde administration. However, the report does not establish whether the separate resignations are connected.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Who is Ayobami Ojo?

Ayobami Ojo is the former Oyo State Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning who announced his resignation on November 2, 2026.

2. Why did Ayobami Ojo resign from Makinde’s cabinet?

Ojo did not disclose a reason for his resignation in the letter described in the report.

3. When did Ayobami Ojo’s resignation take effect?

His resignation took immediate effect on Monday, November 2, 2026.

4. Who did Ayobami Ojo address his resignation letter to?

He addressed his resignation letter to Governor Seyi Makinde through the Secretary to the State Government.

5. When was Ayobami Ojo appointed as commissioner?

Ojo referred to his appointment letter dated June 22, 2026, in his resignation letter.

6. Which other officials have resigned from Makinde’s administration?

The report identifies Kabiru Salami, former Chief of Staff Segun Ogunwuyi, and Tara Adefope, the Director-General of the Oyo State Due Process Office, as officials who had previously resigned.

7. Did Ayobami Ojo thank Governor Seyi Makinde?

Yes. Ojo expressed appreciation to the governor for the opportunity to serve Oyo State, describing the experience as a great honour.

Final Word

Ayobami Ojo’s resignation marks another departure from Governor Seyi Makinde’s administration. While the former commissioner expressed appreciation for the opportunity to serve Oyo State, his letter did not explain the circumstances behind his decision. Further details about the development, including any announcement concerning his replacement, were not provided in the original report.