Criminals Now Pose As Commercial Vehicles Operators In Osun, Govt Warns Resident

By Ayodele Oni

Few days after Amotekun Security Network in Ondo State intercepted trailers- load of suspected migrants from Northern parts of the country to the South West, Osun State Government has called on residents to be more vigilant warning that intelligence received indicated that criminals have arrived the State pretending to be minibus and Okada drivers.

A statement issued by the State Information Commissioner, Funke Egbemode, however revealed that the Government was taking necessary steps to arrest suspected persons.

Egbemode said, ”The Government, through intelligence report, is aware of the infiltration of the ranks of commercial transport operators in the state by some criminal elements who are now attempting to harm unsuspecting citizens using motorcycles and mini-buses (korope) especially.

“The video of a young lady making the rounds who was fortunate to escape the plot confirms the report.

“We are, therefore, calling on residents of the State to be more security-conscious as they move around the State, and especially avoid motorcycles, mini-buses or buses without registration numbers.

“Citizens are also advised to report, through the state’s emergency line, all suspicious movements or presence around their communities or places of residence.

“The various transport associations are also directed to dispatch their enforcement teams towards ensuring the strict adherence to the safety guidelines and rules laid down by the Ministry of Works and Transport.

“Specifically, the National Union of Road Transport Workers is charged not to allow any of its members to be used for nefarious activities that threaten the security of the state.

“The security formations of the State have been fully briefed on this new development, and appropriate actions are being taken to ensure that these unscrupulous elements do not disrupt the peace of the State.

“The Government of Mr Adegboyega Oyetola will continue to do everything possible to protect citizens of the state from actual and potential threats.”