Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde’s chief of staff, Segun Ogunwuyi, resigns from his position. Multiple outlets report that Ogunwuyi’s resignation is contained in a letter dated 12 October 2026 and that it takes effect from that date, with the resignation described as immediate.
The reports also place the move in a wider political context. Premium Times says Ogunwuyi’s resignation occurs amid speculation about Makinde’s presidential bid for the 2027 general elections, while other outlets highlight that the development raises questions about the administration’s internal changes. Vanguard includes suggestions from unnamed sources about possible political realignment, including that Ogunwuyi could be considering joining the APC, though it is presented as unconfirmed. Legit.ng and Nigerian Eye focus on the resignation’s timing and implications for the state government. Nigerian Eye further notes Ogunwuyi’s background as a former member of the Oyo State House of Assembly and the House of Representatives, and that he has served as chief of staff since July 2021, with reappointment after the 2023 elections.
