ABEOKUTA- The Ogun State governor Prince Dapo Abiodun today has sworn in the new Head of Service, Alhaja Selimot Olapeju Ottun as the 19th Head of Service for Ogun State Public Service.
Abiodun also inaugurated 3 new members into the State Executive Council. The new inductee includes, Engr. Olugbenga Dairo, who will man the portfolio of the newly created Transportation Ministry as Commissioner, and, two others, as Special Advisers: Arc. Abiodun Fari- Arole, who takes charge as Managing Director of the Ogun State Property and Investment Corporation (OPIC) and as Special Adviser, as well as Dr. Lateef Tayo Lawal, as Special Adviser, Health.
Speaking at the inauguration, Gov. Abiodun reteraites his administration commitments that vacuum of critical positions of the caliber of the HoS must be filled without delay as a way to guarantee the continuous and smooth operations of the system.
In his words, “As we are inaugurating the new Head of Service, today, I am pleased to also inaugurate 3 new members of the State Executive Council, who will work with me and the other members of our team in our service to the people of Ogun State”
“These were chosen from the galaxy of stars that are abundant in our beloved State, and most importantly, from the very best that have shown and shared our commitment to working tirelessly for the people of our great State. This is towards achieving a future where every citizen, resident and visitor to our dear State can reach his/her full potential”
“Their resumes are such that exemplify the standard of Excellence of which our dear State is revered. I believe you are ready to get to work. Indeed, the work has already started”
“For the few months that you had been with us, COVID or no COVID, you would have seen the tempo and clear focus with which we implement the roadmap towards the delivery of our ‘BUILDING OUR FUTURE TOGETHER’ Agenda”
“Let me say that, today, we are witnessing another symbolic representation of our Administration’s commitment towards providing good governance based on fairness, inclusiveness, equity and justice. I must also say that in all that we do for over a year now, we have always observed due process, transparency and wide consultation. And, the appointment of Alhaja Selimot Olapeju Ottun, as the new Head of Service, is therefore a product of thoroughness, meritorious service, proven managerial credentials and capabilities”
