Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has officially handed over the affairs of government to his deputy, Barrister Bayo Lawal, following the approval of his 33 day annual leave by the Oyo State House of Assembly. The approval was granted during plenary after lawmakers considered a formal letter from the governor notifying the House of his […]
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Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has officially handed over the affairs of government to his deputy, Barrister Bayo Lawal, following the approval of his 33 day annual leave by the Oyo State House of Assembly.
The approval was granted during plenary after lawmakers considered a formal letter from the governor notifying the House of his planned leave in line with constitutional provisions.
Governor Makinde’s leave will commence on August 10 and end on September 11, 2026. He is expected to resume official duties on September 14.
The governor’s letter was read by the Deputy Speaker, Mohammed Fadeyi, who presided over the session in the absence of the Speaker, Adebo Ogundoyin.
Lawmakers unanimously approved the request and expressed confidence that governance would continue without interruption during the governor’s absence.
Following the approval, Deputy Governor Bayo Lawal will serve as Acting Governor and oversee the day to day administration of the state until Governor Makinde returns from leave.
The lawmakers commended Governor Makinde for complying with the constitutional requirement of formally notifying the legislature before proceeding on leave, describing the move as a demonstration of respect for democratic principles and the rule of law.
The House also directed that its resolution approving the leave be forwarded to the executive arm for the necessary action.
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