The Executive Chairman, management and entire workforce of Saki West Local Government have celebrated the retirement of the Head of Local Government Administration, Rev. Dr S. A. Farounbi, as he prepares to bow out of the Oyo State Local Government Service on September 14, 2026.
Farounbi, who commenced his career in the Local Government Service on April 1, 1992, is retiring after more than three decades of service marked by commitment, professionalism, integrity and effective administration.
In a congratulatory message on behalf of the Executive Chairman, Management and staff of Saki West Local Government, the council described Farounbi’s retirement as the completion of a successful, fulfilling and distinguished public service career.
Having attained the statutory retirement age, the retiring administrator leaves active service with an enviable record and a legacy of dedication to the development of the Local Government system. Over the years, he served in several Local Government Areas and Local Council Development Areas across Oyo State, bringing his wealth of knowledge and extensive administrative experience to bear on his responsibilities.
His career took him through Oorelope Local Government, Itesiwaju Local Government, Ogbomoso North Local Government, Atisbo Local Government, Iseyin Local Government, Ogbomoso South Local Government, Ibarapa Central Local Government, Olorunsogo Local Government, Surulere South LCDA, Atisbo South LCDA, Oriire Local Government and, ultimately, Saki West Local Government.
At each of these duty posts, Farounbi was said to have distinguished himself as a dependable, committed and highly experienced administrator, with his contributions positively felt in the various offices and councils where he served.
The council also highlighted his humility, leadership qualities, dedication to duty and exemplary work ethic, noting that these attributes earned him the admiration, respect and affection of colleagues, subordinates and others who had the privilege of working with him.
According to the council, Farounbi’s warm personality, peaceful disposition and ability to build enduring relationships made him a widely respected and loved figure throughout his years in the Local Government Service.
His contributions to the Local Government system and his unwavering commitment to the advancement of public administration, it added, would continue to serve as an inspiration to many, particularly those who benefited from his wealth of experience and exemplary approach to service.
As the seasoned administrator prepares to leave active public service and commence another chapter of his life, Saki West Local Government expressed gratitude to Almighty God for granting him a successful, rewarding and fulfilling career spanning more than three decades.
The council prayed that Farounbi’s retirement would usher in greater joy, sound health, peace of mind, happiness and abundant blessings, while wishing him fulfilment, divine favour and remarkable success in all his future endeavours.
It further congratulated Rev. Dr. S. A. Farounbi on his successful and well-deserved retirement from the Oyo State Local Government Service, assuring that his years of dedicated service, exemplary leadership and invaluable contributions would remain a cherished legacy and continue to be remembered with gratitude and admiration.
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