The Oyo State Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Prof.Salihu Adelabu,Directors and other top government officials
have poured encomiums on the retiring Director of Finance and Accounts, Mr. Olufisayo Akintunde, for his exceptional service and dedication to the Civil Service , most especially to the Ministry of Education.
The retiree bowed out of the Oyo State Civil Service, on 2nd October, 2024 as the Director Finance and Account, Ministry of Education, Science, and Technology.
Speaking further at the retirement and send-forth ceremony held at the Commissioner’s Car Park, Ministry of Education, Science and Technology, Agodi, Secretariat, Ibadan, the Commissioner acknowledged the resourcefulness of the retiree and his numerous contributions to success recorded by the education ministry while in service.
The Commissioner, who spoke through the Coordinating Director, Mrs Christiana Bolaji described him as “a consummate professional, whose expertise and guidance have been invaluable to the ministry.”
He maintained that his working relationship with the retiree was hinged on his humbleness, diligence and hard work.
He said that Mr.
Akintunde has served with distinction, providing leadership and direction to the finance department.
In his response, Mr.Olufisayo Akintunde, expressed gratitude to Almighty God, Commissioner, Directors, and colleagues for their support and cooperation throughout his career.
He encouraged all other civil servants to be passionate about their jobs.
Mr.Akintunde
retired after 35 years of meritorious service to Oyo State Civil Service.