Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has approved the immediate dissolution of boards, commissions and parastatals in the state, alongside the termination of appointments of political appointees.

The affected appointees include Special Assistants, Senior Special Assistants and Technical Assistants to the governor.

The Special Adviser to the Governor on Media, Yinka Oyebode, announced the decision in a statement on Sunday, saying it was necessary as the administration gradually winds down its first term ahead of Oyebanji’s second-term inauguration on October 16, 2026.

The dissolution, however, does not affect chairmen and members of statutory commissions, including the State Independent Electoral Commission, Civil Service Commission, House of Assembly Service Commission and Judicial Service Commission.

The governing councils of all state-owned tertiary institutions will also remain in place, in line with earlier directives by the governor.

Similarly, the chairmen of the State Universal Basic Education Board, Local Government Service Commission and Teaching Service Commission will remain in office, although the boards under the agencies have been dissolved.

Directors-General and Technical Advisers to the governor are also exempted from the termination of appointments.

Oyebanji expressed appreciation to the affected appointees for their contributions to his administration and service to the state.

He wished them continued success in their future endeavours.

The governor’s second term is scheduled to commence with his inauguration on October 16, following his victory in the June 20, 2026 governorship election.