One thing Governor Seyi Makinde has consistently shown since assuming office is his willingness to put capable people in positions where they can make a difference. His latest appointment is another example that has caught the attention of many across Oyo State.
The appointment of Arc. Akande Ifeoluwa, Ph.D., has been met with widespread approval, with many describing it as yet another thoughtful decision by the governor. Across different quarters, the reaction has been largely the same: the right person has been chosen for the job.
On Tuesday, 30 June 2026, Governor Makinde appointed Arc. Akande Ifeoluwa, Ph.D., to succeed Hon. Abimbola Adekanmbi, who recently emerged as the gubernatorial candidate of the Allied People’s Movement (APM) in Oyo State.
It is worth remembering that Hon. Abimbola Adekanmbi is no stranger to public service. A respected finance expert, he previously served as Commissioner for Finance and later as Deputy Chief of Staff under the administration of the late Senator Isiaq Abiola Ajimobi. His professional background made him well-suited for the responsibilities he handled.
Now, the baton passes to another accomplished professional. Arc. Akande Ifeoluwa is a Doctor of Architecture with a strong reputation in his field, and his appointment has given many Oyo residents confidence that competence remains a key consideration in Governor Makinde’s choice of public officials.
For many observers, the pattern is becoming increasingly clear. Whether it is a finance expert or an architecture professional, Governor Makinde appears to place greater value on knowledge, experience, and capacity than on anything else. That is why many have described the appointment as a classic case of putting a round peg in a round hole.
In the end, governments are often judged by the quality of the people entrusted with public responsibilities. Judging by the public response to this latest appointment, many believe Governor Seyi Makinde has once again shown that he has a keen eye for talent.
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