Oyebanji Dissolves Ekiti Cabinet Ahead of Second Term

Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has dissolved the State Executive Council following a valedictory session with his cabinet as he prepares to begin his second term in office.

The meeting, held at the Exco Chamber of the Governor’s Office in Ado-Ekiti, marked the final gathering of the outgoing council.

Oyebanji praised the team for their dedication and contributions, noting that their efforts had helped his administration deliver on promises to the people of Ekiti.

He expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve, assuring the departing members that he would remain in touch with them even after their exit from government.

However, the governor clarified that the dissolution did not affect the Secretary to the State Government, Professor Habibat Adubiaro; the Chief of Staff, Adeniyi Adebayo; or the Chief Press Secretary, Olayinka Oyebode, who will continue in their roles.

Members of the dissolved council reflected on their experiences and thanked the governor for the chance to serve.

The session concluded with a symbolic cake-cutting ceremony to mark the end of their tenure.Oyebanji, re-elected in the June 20 governorship election, is scheduled to be sworn in for a second term on Friday, October 16, 2026.