Former Commissioner of Police in Lagos and Benue states, Fatai Ajani Owoseni, has resigned from his position as Special Adviser on Security to Seyi Makinde and Executive Secretary of the Oyo State Security Trust Fund. Owoseni formally communicated his decision in a resignation letter dated May 7, 2026, addressed to the governor through the office of the Chief of Staff, bringing an end to his tenure in the administration with immediate effect.
The development has stirred discussions within political and security circles in Oyo State, especially given Owoseni’s prominent role in the coordination of security initiatives and advisory responsibilities under the Makinde administration. In the brief but significant letter titled, “Letter of Resignation: RE: CP Fatai Owoseni, Rtd,” the retired police commissioner expressed gratitude to the governor for the opportunity to serve the state and contribute to its security architecture. “I present my greetings and 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 (OYSSTF),” the letter read in part.
Though Owoseni did not disclose the reasons behind his decision, his resignation comes at a time when security issues remain a major concern across many states in the country, including Oyo State, where authorities have intensified efforts to combat kidnapping, armed robbery, cultism and communal clashes. As Special Adviser on Security, Owoseni played a strategic role in advising the governor on security matters and coordinating engagements between the state government and various security agencies operating within the state. His office was also involved in initiatives aimed at strengthening local intelligence gathering and improving rapid response mechanisms to security threats.
In his capacity as Executive Secretary of the Oyo State Security Trust Fund, the retired police chief supervised efforts geared towards mobilising support and resources for security operations in the state. The trust fund has over the years served as a major platform through which security agencies received operational support, logistics and equipment from the state government and private sector stakeholders. Owoseni, widely regarded as an experienced police officer during his years in active service, had built a reputation for firmness and operational discipline while serving in different commands across the country.
His tenure as Commissioner of Police in Lagos State particularly drew national attention due to the complexities associated with policing Nigeria’s commercial capital. Before his retirement from the Nigeria Police Force, he also served in several strategic positions and was involved in various operations targeted at maintaining public order and tackling criminal activities. Political observers in Oyo State say his resignation may trigger fresh conversations regarding the structure of the state’s security advisory framework and the future direction of the Security Trust Fund.
However, sources within the state government indicated that the administration remains committed to sustaining its security initiatives and collaboration with law enforcement agencies despite the unexpected resignation. As of the time of filing this report, the Oyo State Government had yet to issue an official statement regarding the resignation or announce a replacement for the former police commissioner. The resignation nonetheless marks the end of another chapter in Owoseni’s public service career, which has spanned decades in policing, public administration and security management.
Stakeholders are expected to watch closely in the coming days to see whether the retired police commissioner will make public the circumstances surrounding his departure or take up another public assignment.
