Oyo State House of Assembly approves Governor Seyi Makinde’s request to proceed on annual leave for a specified period, allowing his deputy to oversee state affairs during his absence. The leave is scheduled to begin on August 10, 2026, and ends on September 11, 2026, according to reports from Nigerian outlets.
With the Assembly’s approval in place, Deputy Governor Adebayo (Bayo) Lawal is set to act in Makinde’s stead while the governor is away. The decision follows the governor’s formal request for leave, with the Assembly’s action paving the way for the transfer of day-to-day oversight responsibilities during the period.
Both outlets report the same dates and the same arrangement for acting authority. No additional policy changes or specific duties beyond general oversight during the absence are detailed in the shared accounts.
