By Stephen Gbadamosi
The Oyo State House of Assembly, on Tuesday, granted approval to the state governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, to appoint 20 special advisers.
The approval was sequel to a letter of request forwarded to the House by Governor Makinde, which was read on th floor of the House.
The letter read in part: “I wish to bring to the attention of the House that since the assumption of this administration, I have made only few appointments. However, there is a need to get other appointees on board to assist the Executive Arm in the implementation of its policies.
“It is as a result of this that I seek the legislature’s kind approval to appoint 20 special advisers to occupy strategic portfolios. It is pertinent to inform you that my request is in line with Section 196 Subsection 1 and 2 of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended).”
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In their contributions, the lawmakers unanimously lauded the decision of the governor to appoint the special advisers.
The House Majority Leader, Honourable Sanjo Adedoyin; and Honourable Olusola Owolabi (Ibadan North-East II) said it was imperative to grant the request to enable more able hands to join Governor Makinde in his quest to deliver on his election campaign promises.
The House Speaker, Honourable Adebo Ogundoyin, said the approval was granted to give Omituntun 2.0 a stronger footing.
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