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Governor Adeleke Bans Heavy Trucks on Olaiya Flyover to Ensure Safety
Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has reaffirmed his commitment to public safety by banning heavy-duty trucks and trailers from using the Olaiya Flyover.
This change is intended to protect both the infrastructure and the people who rely on this transportation route.
In a statement issued through his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, on Thursday, Governor Adeleke clarified that the decision to impose this ban is from concerns raised during a recent meeting of the State Security Council.
The council’s members expressed alarm over the increasing number of large trucks and trailers on Osun roads, emphasizing the risks associated with such heavy traffic on the bridge.
Governor Adeleke also took the opportunity to address recent accusations of political bias from the opposition, particularly from the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state.
The APC leadership has criticized the ban as unnecessary and has called for evidence to support the claims regarding the bridge’s safety.
In response, the Governor brought to notice that the decision was not only driven by safety concerns but also based on substantial technical assessments.
He pointed out that multiple technical reports have highlighted the condition of certain sections of the Olaiya Flyover in recent weeks.
As early as January, public interest engineers had approached the government requesting an integrity test for the bridge.
Recently, national leaders from the construction industry conducted a technical visit and reached similar conclusions regarding the urgent need for action.
Several state officials have also evaluated the bridge, echoing the call for immediate measures to ensure public safety while preserving the structure.
The Governor encouraged the public to engage in their own assessments of the bridge, asserting that transparency and accountability are key to maintaining trust in governance.
Furthermore, Governor Adeleke noted that a recent surge in heavy-duty traffic on Osun roads has necessitated quick measures.
Road closures along the Ibadan-Ogbomoso route have diverted more trucks to Osun, increasing the load on the Olaiya Flyover.
Governor Adeleke emphasized his obligation to safeguard public assets and the well-being of residents.
He reassured the public that all actions taken were in the interest of safety, free from any political influence.
The Governor of Bauchi State has called on President Bola Tinubu to revisit current economic policies, arguing that they lack widespread support among Nigerians.
Speaking during a Christmas Day event in Bauchi on December 26, the governor urged the presidency to prioritize the grievances of the masses over pride.
“We are calling on the presidency and the federal government to change their style. Whenever a policy is not popular, they should listen to the people and not assume that whatever they say must stand. This is not a military rule but a democracy,” he said.
He also emphasized the importance of unity across political divides to tackle Nigeria’s economic challenges. “There is a lot of hardship.
We must work together across party lines and government tiers to provide relief for Nigerians. Leadership is not about ego; it’s about listening and making necessary changes,” the governor added.
His comments come amid widespread criticism of President Tinubu’s economic policies, which many claim have worsened the struggles faced by Nigerians.
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has refuted allegations of land grabbing, stating that as the constitutional authority over lands in Abuja, he cannot “grab what he is in charge of.”
Speaking at an end-of-year thanksgiving organized by PDP stakeholders in Ahoada East and West, Rivers State, Wike emphasized his commitment to enforcing rules in the FCT.
“People say land grabbing—do you grab what you are in charge of? I oversee lands in Abuja, so how can I grab what is under my authority? Those grabbing land are the ones I am dealing with,” Wike declared.
He praised President Bola Tinubu for giving him the opportunity to serve and implement the “Renewed Hope Agenda,” noting, “Yesterday’s failures to enforce rules do not mean they cannot be enforced today. No matter the propaganda, I will always do what is right.”
Wike also dismissed threats and blackmail aimed at him, asserting that his focus remains on executing his duties effectively, regardless of criticism.
Suzuki Motors’ founder, Suzuki, has passed away at the age of 94 after a battle with cancer. The businessman maintained a string business through his leadership for 4 decades straight. Suzuki started out by focusing the business in Japan before improving the fuel and quality of the products.
He then began deals with international buyers and his business began to grow from there. He also once formed an allegiance with Toyota motors and Volkswagen in 2019.
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