Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has taken decisive action by dismissing all Technical Advisors (TAs) and Directors-General (DGs) from their positions, effective immediately. This move comes just a day after he dissolved the State Executive Council in anticipation of his second-term inauguration.

The announcement was made by Oyebanji's Special Adviser on Media, Yinka Oyebode, who confirmed the development in a statement issued on October 13, 2026. The governor's decision marks a significant step in the disengagement process of political appointees from the outgoing administration, as he prepares to assume office for a second time.

All affected officials have been instructed to submit their handover notes to the Office of the Secretary to the State Government. The statement indicated that this action is part of a broader strategy to wind down the first-term administration before Oyebanji is sworn in again. Notably, some officials will retain their positions due to the specific nature of their work, although no names or numbers of retained officials were disclosed.

In his statement, Governor Oyebanji expressed gratitude towards the outgoing officials, acknowledging their contributions to the administration and the development of Ekiti State. He wished them success in their future endeavors, reflecting a tone of appreciation amidst the significant changes.

This shake-up follows Oyebanji's historic re-election, making him the first governor in Ekiti's democratic history to secure consecutive electoral victories since the return to democracy in 1999. His re-election has been interpreted as a vote of confidence from the public in his leadership and governance style.

The leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has also commended the peaceful conduct of the recent elections and expressed optimism that Oyebanji's second term will build upon the ongoing reforms initiated during his first term. As the political landscape in Ekiti continues to evolve, all eyes will be on the new appointments and policies that will emerge from this significant transition.