The Oyo State Government has approved the early closure of offices across all Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to enable public officers to fully participate in the grand finale of activities marking the 50th anniversary of the creation of Oyo State.

The directive was conveyed in a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Musibau Adetunji Babatunde, on Monday.

According to the directive, all state government offices are to close by 12:00 noon on Tuesday, February 3, 2026.

The approval was granted by the Governor of Oyo State, Engr. Seyi Makinde, as part of preparations for the golden jubilee celebration tagged Oyo@50.

Heads of MDAs have been directed to ensure strict compliance with the directive, while also making adequate arrangements for skeletal services in critical areas where necessary.

Babatunde urged that the information to be given the widest publicity to ensure awareness and compliance across the state.

The Oyo State Government has approved the early closure of offices across all Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to enable public officers to fully participate in the grand finale of activities marking the 50th anniversary of the creation of Oyo State.

The directive was conveyed in a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Musibau Adetunji Babatunde, on Monday.

According to the directive, all state government offices are to close by 12:00 noon on Tuesday, February 3, 2026.

The approval was granted by the Governor of Oyo State, Engr. Seyi Makinde, as part of preparations for the golden jubilee celebration tagged Oyo@50.

Heads of MDAs have been directed to ensure strict compliance with the directive, while also making adequate arrangements for skeletal services in critical areas where necessary.

Babatunde urged that the information to be given the widest publicity to ensure awareness and compliance across the state.