Cabinet Dissolution: ‘Long overdue and nothing unusual’ ~DG, Community Communications
The Director General, Bureau of Community Communications, Hon. Mrs. Mary Oso Omotoso, has described Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s dissolution of the Ekiti State Executive Council as a routine governance move that is long overdue, urging the public to disregard any attempt to paint it in a negative light.
Reacting to the development on Monday, Mrs. Omotoso emphasised that cabinet reshuffles are a normal part of political administration, pointing out that previous governments in Ekiti carried out similar actions much earlier in their tenure.
“Cabinet reshuffle ought to have been done long before now. This is not new. All appointments are at the pleasure of Mr. Governor,” she stated
She noted that Governor Oyebanji has so far run with the largest and longest-serving cabinet in the history of Ekiti State, demonstrating his inclusive leadership style and patience in evaluating the performance of his team.
“Other Governors before BAO used to dissolve in two years. This Governor has given his team more time than any of his predecessors,” she added.
Mrs. Omotoso further observed that the decision to dissolve the cabinet barely two months before the governorship primary proves Governor Oyebanji is not desperate for power. According to her, only a leader with genuine confidence in his performance and the people’s support would make such a bold move so close to an election.
Governor Oyebanji, in his announcement, thanked the outgoing members for their contributions and wished them well, while clarifying that certain Commissioners, Special Advisers, and Directors General will retain their positions.
Political observers believe the move signals the Governor’s readiness to inject fresh ideas and renewed momentum into his administration as it enters its next phase of delivering on the promises made to the people of Ekiti State.
