Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has appointed Oyeniyi Adebayo as Chief of Staff, effective Thursday.
Adebayo, currently the Commissioner for Budget, Economic Planning, and Performance Management, will oversee the coordination of activities in the Governor’s Office.
Announcing the appointment in a statement, the governor’s Special Adviser to the Governor on Media, Yinka Oyebode, said, “Mr. Adebayo brings a wealth of experience in finance, management, and planning to his new role. His expertise will be critical in ensuring the efficient operation of the Governor’s Office.” 
Adebayo, from Usi-Ekiti, joined the Oyebanji administration in November 2022 as Special Adviser on Budget, Economic Planning, and Performance Management before being elevated to commissioner in August 2023.
In related developments, Femi Ajayi has been appointed as Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, effective Thursday.
Ajayi, who had previously held this position, currently serves as Special Adviser to the Governor in the Independent Project Monitoring Office.
On the restructuring of the ministry, Oyebode explained, “The Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning will revert to its original name from January 2, 2025, reflecting its renewed focus and mandate under Hon. Ajayi.”
Governor Oyebanji also announced the creation of the Office of Special Services, to be headed by Prince Wole Ajakaiye as Special Adviser.
Ajakaiye, the current Director General/Special Adviser on SDGs, will oversee Sustainable Development Goals, Independent Project Monitoring, and other responsibilities.
Speaking on Ajakaiye’s appointment, the governor said, “Prince Ajakaiye’s leadership has been instrumental in driving SDG-related initiatives, and I am confident he will bring the same dedication to his expanded role.”
Additionally, Tajudeen Akingbolu has been appointed Director General of the Ekiti State Transport Agency, effective January 2, 2025.
A former member of the state House of Assembly, Akingbolu will manage the newly established agency.
Oyebode said, “These appointments reflect Governor Oyebanji’s commitment to harnessing the skills and experience of competent individuals to drive Ekiti State’s development agenda.”
