The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has called on the people of Oyo State to continue supporting Governor Seyi Makinde’s strides in the state, saying the governor has taken commendable steps in giving a face-lift to road infrastructure.
The outgoing State Director of NOA in the state, Dr Olukemi Afolayan, made the call while presenting the National Flag to the Oyo State Government through the Director- General of Protocol, Otunba Samuel Badejo, as a token of appreciation for their support.
The symbolic presentation of the flag marks the end of Afolayan’s tenure in the state.
The outgoing Director, who is being transferred to the national headquarters as a Director and Head of the Department of Civic, Values and Democracy Education of the agency, lauded the efforts of Governor Makinde in taking the state to greater heights.
She, therefore, called on all and sundry in Oyo State to continue giving their support to the governor in order to do more for the state.
Afolayan also thanked her team, the people, and the government of Oyo State for their support during her tenure in the state.
The outgoing Director said: “My time in Oyo State has been eventful, and while I’m excited about the new opportunity to serve at a higher level, I’m grateful for the experience and people I’ve encountered. I thank Almighty God for the privilege of working with the good people of Oyo State, citizens, stakeholders, and government officials.
“I appreciate my team’s diligence and patriotism, and together, we’ve contributed to national development and Oyo State’s growth. I’ve had the opportunity to visit all 33 local government areas, and I’m impressed by the state’s progress.
“My parting message to Oyo State residents is to continue being good citizens, supporting the government, particularly Governor Seyi Makinde’s initiatives. The state’s infrastructure, especially roads, is commendable. “
While expressing her gratitude to the Director-General of NOA, Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, for the new opportunity, Afolayan called on Nigerians to join hands in building a strong Nigeria.
She said: “I’m grateful to NOA Director-General Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu for this new opportunity. To Nigerians, I urge patriotism, unity, and collective effort to build our nation. We must take ownership of Nigeria’s progress and work together to build a strong country. “
Responding, the Director-General of Protocol to the Executive Governor of Oyo State, Otunba Samuel Badejo, lauded the tremendous efforts of the outgoing Director in mobilising the residents of the state for a good cause.
Badejo said: “The National Orientation Agency is a critical organisation in citizen mobilisation and dissemination of information. Your impact in carrying this function in Oyo State has been profound and tremendous. You took the campaigns of the state government’s efforts to every nook and cranny of the state. This step yielded a lot of improvement in the state. We appreciate your efforts. You have become one of us in Oyo State. Continue to call our attention to areas of interest. We wish you well in your future endeavours. “
