Mr Folarin admitted the outcome fell short of expectations.
The commissioner for youth and sports development appealed to protesting sports unions, coaches, and athletes to embrace dialogue.
The protesters, comprising sports union leaders, coaches and athletes, said the appointment would not advance sports development.
Sunshine Stars will face Inter Lagos on Matchday three of the NNL.
Mr Philip also said the state government employed about 2,830 workers into the civil service in 2025 to key sectors.
Mr Fagbemi said the government and supporting partner were committed to eradicating tuberculosis in the state and Nigeria.
A rainstorm caused by a downpour destroyed the administrative section housing the accounting department and the pavilion at the sports complex.
“Let everybody calm down, for the next four years, they should let Mr Aiyedatiwa continue,” he said.
Ayodeji Ogunsakin, the zonal vice-president of the association, supervised the exercise.
The match at the Ondo State Sports Complex saw the hosts ending their guests’ 12-match unbeaten run.
