By Richard Akintade, Osogbo
Osun State governor, Mr. Adegboyega Oyetola, has directed all political appointees in the state with interest to contest the 2023 general elections to resign their appointments with immediate effect.
This was disclosed in a press statement issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Prince Oluwole Oyebamiji on Tuesday and made available to The Conclave in Osogbo, the Isun state capital.
According to the statement, “This is sequel to the Executive Council meeting of Wednesday 13th April 2022 and the combined effect of Sections 84 (12) and 29(1) of the Electoral Acts 2022 as well as the Electoral timetable released by the Independent National Electoral Commission.
“Notice is hereby given to ALL Political Appointees in Osun State to comply with the directive of Mr. Governor and the provision of the Law,” the statement concluded.