Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has appointed Dr. Taiwo Fasoranti as the new Secretary to the State Government (SSG). Dr. Fasoranti is the first son of Pa Reuben Fasoranti, the national leader of the Pan-Yoruba socio-political group, Afenifere.
The appointment was made public shortly after Governor Aiyedatiwa was sworn in as the 7th democratically elected governor of Ondo State.
In a statement released by the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Ebenezer Adeniyan, the decision was officially confirmed. The statement also noted that before assuming this new role, Dr. Fasoranti served as the Chairman of the Ondo State Hospitals Management Board. He hails from Akure South Local Government Area.
In addition to this appointment, Governor Aiyedatiwa has also reappointed Dr. Kayode Ajulo, SAN, as the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice. Mrs. Omowunmi Isaac has been retained as the Commissioner for Finance.
Several Special Advisers have also been reappointed. The list includes:
- Engr. Johnson Alabi – Special Adviser on Power
- Dr. Seun Osamaye – Special Adviser on Women Affairs
- Comrade Bola Taiwo – Special Adviser on Union Matters & Special Duties
- Prof. Simidele Odimayo – Special Adviser on Health
Furthermore, Engr. Abiola Olawoye, who previously served as the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Infrastructure, Lands, and Housing, has been promoted to the position of Special Adviser on Infrastructure, Lands, and Housing.
The governor’s statement notes that all appointments take immediate effect. He also urged the newly appointed officials to begin work immediately and ensure they deliver quality services to the people of Ondo State.
