Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde says his administration will continue to balance political appointments between Christians and Muslims in the state.
He stated this at the 1443/2021 Hijrah Luncheon held at the Government House, Agodi, Ibadan.
The governor explained his displeasure with the rumour being circulated by certain persons that he delayed the approval of the documents of some Muslims that were supposed to be judges in the state, noting that such rumours amount to fallacy and are baseless.
He said his administration would continue to balance appointments between the Christians and Muslim faithful.
“I have reappointed seven commissioners and, for the remaining 10 commissioners, you can rest, assured that it will be a balanced appointment. I challenge anyone here today to go to our neighboring states. If you see anything better that what we are doing in Oyo State, let me know and I will ensure I adjust.”
“On LAUTECH, we have done our best. In the past, the issue remained unsettled. But when we got there, I, as a Christian from PDP, and Governor Oyetola, who is a Muslim from another party, we were able to work together and resolve the issue within a year plus. If all of us accept the fact that we want to seek solution to our challenges, we will do the needful.”
The governor reiterated his administration’s determination to re-double its efforts to ensure progress and development in the state.
He said : “Challenges are normal situations but we have to double our efforts to see semblance of progress and wherever Seyi Makinde stops, those coming behind will take it from there.
“When the issue of Hijra happened before the pandemic, I had to call on some people to see how it would not affect our productivity because I think we have many holidays already. But much later when they came up with convincing arguments that if we declare a day to celebrate Hijrah, it won’t affect our economy, I approved it. Not only did I approve it, I also said we should look for a special day to celebrate where we can wine and dine,” he said.
Speaking about 2023 re-election bid, the governor hinted people that his prayer is that God should allow His will prevail on it.
“Finally, those who are going about to campaign for re-election with the insignia of 4 + 4, please let us go back to God. I did not tell the people in 2019 that I must be governor at all cost. The prayer I prayed to God was to allow His will prevail. So, I am saying it again that I want the will of God to prevail in my political adventure,” he stated.
Earlier, in His sermon, Professor Daud Noibi, said that 1443/2021 Hijrah celebration was first of its kind, saying it was a day of joy to all Muslims in the state.
In his remark, the Chairman of the Occasion, Aare Muslumi of Yorubaland, Edo and Delta states, Alhaji Daud Akinola who was represented by Sheik Najimudeen
Alkubroh, said the day’s luncheon was a unique one for the Muslim Community in the state.
In their various remarks, Senator Monsurat Sunmonu and some other notable personalities that graced the occasion described Governor Makinde as an exceptional leader who shows love to his people irrespective of their religious affiliations.
Governor Makinde later presented gift items to representatives of selected mosques in the state.
Iyabo Adebisi
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