Ekiti gov dissolves boards, drops political appointees

Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has announced the dissolution of various boards, commissions, and parastatals in the state, as well as the termination of political appointments. According to a statement from the governor's Special Adviser on Media, Yinka Oyebode, the affected political appointees include Special Assistants, Senior Special Assistants, and Technical Assistants.

The decision is part of the governor's preparations for his second term, which is set to begin on October 16, 2026. However, statutory bodies such as the State Independent Electoral Commission, Civil Service Commission, House of Assembly Service Commission, and Judicial Service Commission remain unaffected by the dissolution. The chairpersons of the State Universal Basic Education Board, Local Government Service Commission, and Teaching Service Commission will continue in their roles despite the dissolution of their respective boards.

Additionally, Directors-General and Technical Advisers to the governor are exempt from the termination of appointments.

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