Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde To Proceed On Month-Long Leave, Deputy Bayo Lawal To Act

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, will embark on a month-long leave starting Friday, August 29, 2025.

The announcement was made through a notification letter sent to the State House of Assembly and read at Tuesday’s plenary session.

According to Speaker Adebo Ogundoyin, the letter complies with Section 190(1) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, which requires a governor to formally notify the House before taking leave.

In his letter, Governor Makinde requested the leave and officially handed over the duties of his office to Deputy Governor Barrister Bayo Lawal, who will act as Governor during the period.

“I hereby transmit that during the period indicated above, the Deputy Governor, Barrister Bayo Lawal, shall serve as Acting Governor. I shall resume duty upon my return from vacation on Monday, 29th September 2025,” the letter stated in part.

The House acknowledged the letter, pledging its support to ensure a smooth transition and continuity of governance during the governor’s absence.

With the formal notification and Assembly’s affirmation, Barrister Bayo Lawal is set to assume full responsibilities of the office from August 29 until Governor Makinde’s return on September 29.

The House of Assembly is scheduled to resume plenary on September 16, 2025.