Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has approved the immediate dissolution of boards, commissions and parastatals in the state, as well as the termination of appointments of political appointees.
Those affected include Special Assistants, Senior Special Assistants and Technical Assistants.
The dissolution was contained in a statement issued on Sunday by the Special Adviser on Media to the Governor, Mr Yinka Oyebode.
According to Oyebode, the decision became imperative in view of the gradual winding down of the Governor’s first term in office, ahead of the inauguration of his second term scheduled for October 16, 2026.
He however clarified that chairmen and members of statutory boards are not affected by the dissolution. These include the State Independent Electoral Commission (SIEC), Civil Service Commission, House of Assembly Service Commission and Judicial Service Commission.
Similarly, the governing councils of all state-owned tertiary institutions remain intact, in line with earlier directives by the Governor.
The Governor thanked all affected appointees for their service and wished them well in their future endeavours.
