Two key media aides to Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa have resigned their positions, marking a notable shake-up within the governor’s communication team.

The departing officials are Pastor Taiwo Gbamila, Senior Special Assistant on Multimedia, and Olugbenga Abire, Special Assistant on New Media. Both men confirmed they had formally tendered their resignations to the governor and the Secretary to the State Government.

Gbamila, in a brief resignation letter addressed to Governor Aiyedatiwa and seen by reporters, expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve in the administration. He stated that he was respectfully stepping down from his role, without offering further details on the reasons behind his decision.

Abire, who had been a visible face of the governor’s digital communication efforts, announced his exit in an emotional statement. He told colleagues and followers that he had decided to quit his position as Special Assistant on New Media, adding that he would miss working with the team but remained “a click away,” suggesting he would maintain personal and professional relationships built during his time in office.

He later disclosed on his social media page that he had personally informed Governor Aiyedatiwa of his intention to leave and that the governor had accepted the decision. According to Abire, the governor responded as “a father,” prayed for him and gave his blessing to his future plans.

Both resignations come after a relatively short period in office for Abire, who noted that he was appointed in late December 2023. The timing and the coordinated nature of the exits have drawn attention within political circles in Ondo State, though neither aide has publicly cited any specific disagreement, policy dispute or political realignment as a cause.

Government sources have yet to comment officially on the departures or on plans to fill the vacant positions. Political observers in the state are watching closely to see whether the resignations signal a broader restructuring of the governor’s media team or reflect personal career moves by the aides.

For now, the exits of Gbamila and Abire remove two prominent hands from the governor’s media machinery at a time when digital engagement and public messaging remain central to state politics.