Ex- Commissioner of Police in Lagos and Benue states, Fatai Owoseni, has stepped down from his roles as Special Adviser on Security to Seyi Makinde and Executive Secretary of the Oyo State Security Trust Fund (OYSSTF).
Owoseni’s resignation was conveyed in a letter dated May 7, 2026, and addressed to Governor Makinde through the office of the Chief of Staff.
In the letter, the retired police commissioner stated that his resignation takes immediate effect and appreciated the governor for giving him the chance to serve the state.
“I wish to humbly inform Your Excellency of my decision to resign my appointments as the Special Adviser on Security and the Executive Secretary of the Oyo State Security Trust Fund,” he stated.
Owoseni explained that, by virtue of his position, he represented Oyo State at the Forum of National and Subnational Security Officials (FONSSO) in the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA), and also served on the board of the Oyo State Security Network, popularly known as Amotekun.
He further disclosed that all necessary documents concerning the OYSSTF accounts had been attached to ensure a seamless transition and any required change of signatories.
“The list of OYSSTF bank accounts to which I am a signatory, along with their status, is attached hereto. I will be readily available to process changes in signatories for mandates of the different accounts when required,” he said.
The former police commissioner also assured the administration of his readiness to offer professional security advice whenever needed.
He expressed gratitude to Governor Makinde for the trust placed in him and prayed for the continued success of the administration.
“I seize this opportunity to express my immense gratitude to His Excellency for the opportunity to serve our state in my own modest capacity,” he added.
Meanwhile, political observers believe Owoseni’s resignation may be linked to ongoing speculations about his alleged governorship ambition ahead of the 2027 elections.
Sources close to the former police commissioner also hinted that he could soon announce his intention to contest the Oyo governorship seat and unveil a new political platform in the coming days.