Lagos State Governor, Akinwunmi Ambode has wielded the axe against three of his commissioners announcing their sack on 19 October, exactly one year after their appointment. The commissioners that were affected include; the Commissioners for Tourism; Folorunsho Folarin-Coker; Finance, Dr. Mustapha Akinkunmi and Transportation, Dr. Ekundayo Mobereola. No reason was given for their sack.
In a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Tunji Bello, the Governor also directed the Special Adviser, Arts and Culture to take over as the Acting Commissioner for Ministry of Tourism and Culture, Special Adviser on Transportation will take over as Acting Commissioner for Transportation while the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Finance takes over as the Acting Commissioner for Finance pending the appointment of new Commissioners in the respective ministries.
The Statement adds that the Governor expresses his appreciation to the former Commissioners for their service to the State and wished them well in their future endeavours. The removal of judges have surprised many, raising speculation on whether all is well within Lagos state arm of the All Progressive Congress (APC).
