Oyebanji Seeks Assembly’s Nod for Three Commissioners, 10 Special Advisers

Oyebanji Seeks Assembly’s Nod for Three Commissioners, 10 Special Advisers

Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has sought the approval of the State House of Assembly for the reappointment of three commissioners who served in his first-term administration, as well as the appointment of 10 Special Advisers.

The request, made barely 10 days after his inauguration for a second term, is aimed at ensuring an early constitution of key components of the administration and sustaining continuity in critical sectors.

In a letter addressed to the Speaker of the Ekiti State House of Assembly, Adeoye Aribasoye, on Monday, the governor requested the screening and confirmation of the following nominees:

1. Dayo Apata (SAN) — Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice

2. Akintunde Oyebode — Commissioner for Finance

3. Oyebanji Filani — Commissioner for Health and Human Services

The proposed reappointments underscore the administration’s intention to maintain continuity in the justice, finance and health sectors as it begins its second term.

The governor considers the finance and health portfolios particularly important to the effective take-off of the new administration, especially against the backdrop of prevailing developments in the country.

The request also forms part of broader efforts to strengthen governance, sustain ongoing programmes and improve service delivery across the state.

It will be recalled that Oyebanji last week approved appointments in the power, road infrastructure and transportation sectors as part of efforts to set the pace for his second-term administration.

The letter was signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Olayinka Oyebode, on October 27, 2026.