Oyo Assembly Reaffirms Confidence In Makinde, Ogundoyin, Warns Political Rumour Mongers To Desist
•By OYENIYI AWOJOODU
IBADAN — MEMBERS of the Oyo State House of Assembly have unanimously passed a vote of confidence in Governor Seyi Makinde and the Speaker, Adebo Ogundoyin, describing as unfounded the circulating rumours of an impeachment plot in the state.
The resolution followed Wednesday’s plenary session in Ibadan, where lawmakers reiterated their backing for both the executive arm under Makinde and the legislative leadership led by Rt. Hon. Ogundoyin.
The Majority Leader, Hon. Sanjo Adedoyin, representing Ogbomoso South State Constituency, moved the motion during the sitting.
In his submission, he characterised the allegations as “baseless, distracting, and politically motivated.”
While presenting the motion, the Majority Leader stressed that the Assembly remains united and committed to its constitutional responsibilities, noting that no formal communication or process suggesting impeachment had been initiated within the chamber.
He described those spreading the claims as enemies of the state and commended the House for resisting what he termed an “evil plot” aimed at destabilising what he called a performing administration.
“There is no division in this House. We are focused on governance and delivering democratic dividends to the people of Oyo State through quality representation. The rumours making the rounds exist only in the realm of speculation and should be disregarded in its entirety by the public,” he said.
The Deputy Speaker, Hon. Mohammed Fadeyi, who seconded the motion, described the legislature as a unified House.
He also commended Governor Makinde’s leadership, particularly highlighting achievements in infrastructure, education, and healthcare.
Other lawmakers echoed similar sentiments, noting that the strong collaboration between the executive and legislative arms has significantly enhanced stability and development across the state.
Hon. Gbenga Oyekola maintained that the Assembly cannot be influenced or manipulated by any individual or group, urging those behind the alleged plot to desist.
He reaffirmed the House’s loyalty to the governor and its leadership under the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin.