Makinde’s Chief of Staff, Segun Ogunwuyi, resigns

By Anuoluwa Amao

Segun Ogunwuyi, Chief of Staff to Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, has resigned from his position with immediate effect.

Ogunwuyi announced his decision in a letter dated Monday, October 12, 2026, becoming the latest senior official to leave the state government amid a series of resignations in recent months.

In the letter, he thanked Makinde for the opportunity to serve, describing his time in the administration as an honour and a fulfilling experience.

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“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 wrote.

Ogunwuyi said he was proud to have contributed to the administration’s efforts to promote the state’s development and expressed confidence in Oyo State’s continued progress.

He also praised members of the administration for their collective efforts in delivering its programmes and achievements.

Before becoming Chief of Staff, Ogunwuyi served in the Oyo State House of Assembly and the House of Representatives.

His resignation comes amid the departure of several political appointees from Makinde’s administration over the past two months. However, no reason for his resignation was stated in the letter.