The Osun State government has admonished residents of the State to be more security-conscious as they move about.
It further urged them to avoid motorcycles, mini-buses or buses without registration numbers.
The government made this call through the Commissioner for Information and Civic Orientation, Mrs. Funke Egbemode, on Wednesday.
The government said: “We are 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 doing the rounds who was fortunate to escape the plot confirms the report.
“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 government said: “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, however, assured that it would continue to take steps to protect residents of the State against actual and potential threats.
-Media Report