G overnor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has officially announced his intention to go on vacation starting from Monday, August 5, 2024, and ending on Friday, September 6, 2024. The announcement was made during a valedictory plenary sitting held in honor of Mrs. Yetunde Awe, the retiring Clerk of the House, and read by the Speaker, Adebo Ogundoyin.
Details of the Announcement
The governor's message, which was read on the floor of the House, indicated that he would be on an annual vacation for the specified period. The letter also stated that Governor Makinde would transfer his executive powers to his deputy, Bayo Lawal, who will serve as the acting governor during his absence.
The letter read:
“Annual vacation from 5th September 2024 to Friday, September 6th 2024. Pursuant to section 190 subsection 1 of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, I hereby transmit that during the period indicated above, Deputy Governor Barr Bayo Lawal shall be the acting Governor and I shall resume my duties on September 7th, 2024.”
Context and Implications
Governor Makinde's vacation plans come at a critical time when Nigeria is experiencing heightened political activities and public discontent. The clear transmission of power to Deputy Governor Bayo Lawal ensures that governance and administrative functions in Oyo State will continue seamlessly during the governor's absence.
This move underscores the governor's adherence to constitutional provisions, specifically section 190 subsection 1 of the Nigerian Constitution, which mandates the transmission of power to avoid a vacuum in governance.
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