New Oyo HOS Pledges Godly Leadership, Fairness and Equity in Civil Service

The newly appointed Oyo State Head of Service, Dr. (Mrs.) Adenike Ayobami Fasina (mni), has pledged to uphold the principles of the fear of God, equity, justice, and fairness in the administration of the state's civil service.

Dr. Fasina made the commitment during a prayer, praise, and worship programme organised in her honour by the Oyo State Commissioner for Finance, Hon. Akinola Ojo. The event was held at the conference room of the Ministry of Finance, Secretariat, Ibadan.

Speaking at the gathering, the Head of Service stressed the importance of equal opportunities for all civil servants, noting that every worker deserves fair treatment within the service.

"We are all equal and should be given equal opportunities. Every officer must play his or her part and abide by the civil service regulations. The rules are statutory and must be respected," she said.

Dr. Fasina emphasized that promotion and elevation come from God alone, urging civil servants to remain diligent and have trust in divine timing.

"Promotion does not come from the East, West, North, or South; it comes from God. If it is God's will to elevate you, no one can stop it. All glory belongs to God," she stated.

Reflecting on her journey to becoming Head of Service, Dr. Fasina disclosed that she never saw the position as a do-or-die affair.

"When the process began, some people asked if I was still interested. I told them that life would not collapse if I was not selected. I asked myself who helped me attain my previous position six years ago. If God did it then, He could do it again.

"Last Friday evening, I received a call from the then Head of Service, Mrs. Olubunmi Oni (mni). She congratulated me, and I responded by thanking God. When God makes a promise, He fulfils it. Your responsibility is to do your part faithfully and leave the rest to Him. There is no need to run from pillar to post," she added.

The new Head of Service expressed appreciation to members of the Ministry of Finance and all well-wishers who celebrated with her, particularly the Commissioner for Finance, Hon. Akinola Ojo.

She described the Commissioner as a father figure who is frank, disciplined, hardworking, intelligent, and committed to transparency.

"Hon. Akinola Ojo is a man who values honesty and transparency. He is firm but fair and gives all glory to God for every achievement," she said.

Dr. Fasina also described the Oyo State Accountant-General, Mrs. Kekelomo Adegoke, as a dear sister and trusted friend.

Earlier, the Commissioner for Finance, Hon. Akinola Ojo, attributed Dr. Fasina's appointment to divine favour and God's intervention through Governor Seyi Makinde.

"All glory belongs to God. He uses whoever He pleases to accomplish His purpose. God used Governor Seyi Makinde to appoint Dr. Adenike Fasina as the new Head of Service of Oyo State," he said.

The Commissioner noted that Dr. Fasina possesses a deep understanding of the workings and dynamics of the civil service, describing her appointment as well deserved.

"We are gathered here today to pray, praise, and worship God for what He has done in the life of our new Head of Service," he added.

Hon. Ojo prayed for God's guidance, protection, wisdom, and success for Dr. Fasina throughout her tenure, expressing confidence that her administration would record remarkable achievements.

Also speaking, the Oyo State Accountant-General, Mrs. Kekelomo Adegoke, urged the new Head of Service to be a mother to all cadres of workers in the civil service and to lead with the fear of God.

She further advised Dr. Fasina to embrace everyone, including those who may have aspired to the position, noting that they should not be regarded as adversaries.

Dignitaries present at the event included the Clerk of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Barrister Adenike Muraina, the Deputy Clerk, staff members of the Ministry of Finance, members of the Finance Family, and other top government officials.