The Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has stated that he will have an input in determining his successor in 2027.
News360 Info reports that Makinde asserted on Thursday, while receiving the report from the Committee on Review and Update of Public Service Rules and Other Regulations in the State Civil/Public Service, held at the Executive Council Chambers of the Governor’s Office, Secretariat, Ibadan.
While emphasizing his influence in the 2027 election process, Makinde addressed those currently lobbying for his position and acknowledged that the ultimate decision rests with the electorate.
He highlighted the importance of the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the election, noting that party dynamics will play a crucial role in shaping the final decision.
He added, “I may not have the final say in who takes over, but I will definitely have my input.
As the current leader of the party in Oyo State, I will be involved in discussions and deliberations that will guide our choice.
Speaking on the Committee report on the Review and Update of Public Service Rules and Other Regulations in the State Civil/Public Service presented to him, Makinde expressed his commitment to leaving a transformative legacy for the state’s civil service by transitioning from manual processes to digital systems to eliminate unnecessary delays within the workforce.
According to him, many of the Public Service Rules are obsolete, and there is a need to review the rules to world standard practice that would transform the State Civil and Public Service.
Makinde, while commending the committee, revealed that their efforts not only validated his position of leaving a desirable legacy in the state but would improve and better the service conditions for the state workers.
He assured the committee that he would constitute a technical committee that would work on implementing and operationalizing their recommendations.
