Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has sworn in Mr. Olanrewaju Ogunyinka, Mr. Adekunle Oyesanwen, Engr. (Mrs.) Olanike Ogunbona and Mrs. Arinola Adetayo, as Permanent Secretaries into the state’s Civil Service.

Recall that the governor had earlier in April, approved the appointments of Mr. Oyesanwen, Engr. (Mrs.) Ogunbona and Mrs. Adetayo. 

Speaking during the swearing-in ceremony at the Exco Chambers of the Governor's Office, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, Governor Abiodun said the appointment was in recognition of their dedication, commitment, as well as exemplary service to the state and well-deserved.

Expressing confidence in their abilities to lead with integrity and vision, the state’s helmsman, pointed out that their role was pivotal as they are the accounting officers overseeing the various Ministries, Departments and Agencies, charging the new appointees to work in harmony with their Commissioners, other political appointees, other management officers and unite all departments in their various agencies, to achieve the shared goals of building a better future for the state.

Abiodun, while noting that the state’s Civil Service is noted for its core values of integrity, discipline, loyalty and passion for excellence, making it to stand out among the comity of state’s public service in the country, stressed that his administration was committed to strengthening the public service by ensuring that the service remains efficient, transparent and accountable in executing government activities.

He pledged his administration’s commitment towards public servants’ welfare and the development of all sectors of the economy, just as enabling ambiance would be created for optimal development of the state, charging friends, well-wishers and family members of the new permanent secretaries to create a conducive atmosphere that would enable them adhere to their oath of office and carry out the onerous task ahead without fear or favour.

Speaking during an interview, one of the new Permanent Secretaries, Mr. Ogunyinka, thanked Governor Abiodun for his appointment, promising to contribute his quota towards the development of 'ISEYA' mantra of the present administration in the state.