The Executive Chairman of Ibadan North Local Government, Hon. Oluwaseun Olufade, has congratulated Hon. Abiodun Oluwaseun Friday, popularly known as Laurel, on his appointment as the Chairman of the Oyo State Project Performance Monitoring Agency (OYSPPMA) by the Executive Governor of Oyo State, Engr. Seyi Makinde.
The appointment, which takes effect from Friday, September 18, 2026, follows Hon. Abiodun Oluwaseun Friday’s previous service as the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Project Delivery.
He succeeds Engr. Muftau Open Salawu who is now the Oyo State Allied Peoples’ Movement deputy Governorship Candidate.
In a congratulatory message made available through his head of media, Hon. Oluwaseun Olufade described the appointment as a recognition of Laurel’s commitment, capacity, dedication and demonstrated understanding of project delivery and public service.
He noted that the responsibility placed on the new chairman is significant, particularly given the agency’s mandate of monitoring public projects and ensuring that government investments deliver the intended value to the people of Oyo State.
“I warmly congratulate my brother, Hon. Abiodun Oluwaseun Friday, popularly known as Laurel, on this well-deserved appointment as Chairman of the Oyo State Project Performance Monitoring Agency.
“This appointment is a testament to your dedication to service, your experience in project delivery and the confidence reposed in your ability to contribute meaningfully to the development of our dear state.
“I am confident that you will bring your wealth of experience, energy, diligence and commitment to this new responsibility.
Oyo State requires men and women who understand that public office is fundamentally about service, accountability and delivering tangible benefits to the people.
“As you assume this important responsibility, I pray that God grants you wisdom, strength and the courage to discharge your duties with excellence.
May your tenure bring even greater efficiency, transparency and effectiveness to the monitoring of developmental projects across Oyo State.
Congratulations once again, Hon. Abiodun Oluwaseun Friday ‘Laurel’. The task is great, but I am confident that you are equal to it.
Hon. Olufade also commended Governor Seyi Makinde for continuing to entrust responsibilities to capable hands in the service of the state, while expressing optimism that the new leadership of the Project Performance Monitoring Agency would further strengthen the monitoring and delivery of government projects across Oyo State.
Signed,
Aderibigbe Yisahu Ajibola
Head Of Media To Ibadan North Local Government Chairman
September 18, 2026.
