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We Will Continue to Digitalise, Transform Civil Service for Global Competitiveness - Oyo State SSG The Secretary to the Oyo State Government, Professor Musibau Babatunde, has disclosed that the present administration would continue to digitally transform the State’s Civil Service to enhance efficiency and enable it to compete favourably with its counterparts across the world. Professor Babatunde stated this during an interactive meeting between the Head of Service and Accounting Officers in the Oyo State Civil/Public Service, held at the Local Government Hall, Secretariat, Ibadan. The Secretary to the State Government described the civil service as the engine room of government, particularly in policy formulation and implementation, noting that government rely heavily on civil servants to develop practical policies that address the needs and aspirations of the people. He pointed out that civil servants play a critical role in providing professional advice and ideas that can be translated into policies and programmes for the benefit of the masses. “When civil servants give you an idea, be rest assured that it is implementable for the masses.” Professor Babatunde urged the Accounting Officers to continue supporting the present administration beyond 2027 to ensure continuity in governance and the implementation of its development roadmap for Oyo State. He commended the Accounting Officers for their cooperation and collaboration with the Head of Service and Governor Seyi Makinde, hinting that, their contributions were essential to the progress and development of the state. He enjoined the Accounting Officers to sustain their commitment to effective service delivery and work collectively towards achieving the administration's objectives. Speaking at the event, the gubernatorial candidate of the Allied People's Movement (APM), Hon. Bimbo Adekanmbi, said he would introduce innovative, initiatives that would empower Civil/Public Servants across the state to compete with their counterparts globally. Adekanmbi explained further that his policy proposals would focus on critical sectors, including Healthcare, Education, Agriculture, Security, Infrastructure and Youth Empowerment. He stressed the importance of competence, capacity and loyalty to the development of Oyo State, adding that these values would guide his approach to governance and public service administration. Abiodun Atilola Media Officer to the Oyo State SSG/HOS October 19, 2026.

OYO STATE GOVERNMENT OPENS ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR 2025/2026 GENERAL BURSARY AWARDS This is to announce the commencement of online registration for the 2025/2026 General Bursary Awards for eligible final-year students of Oyo State origin studying in public higher institutions of learning across Nigeria. Eligible applicants are advised to visit the official registration portal: bursary.oyostate.gov.ng/2026… Registration commenced on Wednesday, 14th October, 2026, and will close on Monday, 2nd November, 2026. REQUIREMENTS FOR REGISTRATION Applicants are required to provide the following documents and information: - Admission Letter; - Local Government Identification Letter; - Students' Registration/Course Form; and - Valid commercial bank account details belonging to the applicant. Applicants are advised to ensure that all information supplied is accurate and consistent with their supporting documents. Eligible students are encouraged to complete their registration within the stipulated period, as late applications may not be entertained after the portal closes. For further information and registration, visit: bursary.oyostate.gov.ng/2026…

On 5 June 2026, while signing Executive Order No 002 of 2026 on the Regulation and Enforcement of Vehicle Registration and Traffic Management in Oyo State, Governor Seyi Makinde announced that commercial motorcycles popularly known as okadas will be restricted from operating between the hours of 10.30 pm and 5.30 am every day.