The Oyo State Government has approved the early closure of offices across all Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to enable public servants participate fully in the grand finale of activities marking the 50th anniversary of the creation of the state.
The directive was contained in a statement issued on Monday by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Musibau Adetunji Babatunde.
According to the statement, all state government offices are to close by 12:00 noon on Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
The approval, granted by Governor Seyi Makinde, forms part of arrangements for the golden jubilee celebrations tagged Oyo@50.
Prof. Babatunde directed heads of MDAs to ensure strict compliance with the directive, while also making adequate arrangements for skeletal services in essential and critical areas.
He further urged that the information be given the widest possible publicity to ensure awareness and compliance across the state.
