Makinde’s chief of staff, Segun Ogunwuyi, resigns

The Chief of Staff to Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, Segun Ogunwuyi, has resigned from his position, effective Monday, October 12, 2026.

According to PUNCH, Ogunwuyi announced his resignation in a letter dated October 12, expressing appreciation for the opportunity to serve the state.

“I respectfully write to resign my appointment as Chief of Staff to the Governor of Oyo State, with effect from today, 12th October, 2026,” he stated.

Ogunwuyi, a former member of the Oyo State House of Assembly and House of Representatives, joins several aides who have resigned from Makinde’s administration in recent months.

Reflecting on his service, he said, “Serving the Government and the good people of Oyo State has been a great honour.”

He expressed pride in the administration’s achievements and confidence in the state’s continued development.

Ogunwuyi also reaffirmed his loyalty to Oyo State and Nigeria.

The former Chief of Staff did not disclose any reason for his decision to leave the administration.