Osun inaugurates State-of-the-Art vehicle inspection service for road safety
CITIZENS COMPASS –Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, on Thursday, May 9, 2024, Inaugurated the Osun Drivers and Vehicle Testing Service in Osogbo, marking a significant milestone in the state’s transportation sector.
Speaking during the programme which took place at Ayepe in Osogbo area of the State, the Governor said the project was a welcome development aimed at transforming the transportation sector in the State.
According to him, “This is a historic continuation of our focus on the continuous and all-round development of every sector of Osun state.
“The transportation sector is not left out, as it is a very sensitive one that deals with human lives and must not be handled with kid gloves.”
The Governor emphasized the importance of ensuring road safety, stating, “This unit will ensure that only roadworthy vehicles ply our roads, and only qualified drivers operate on our roads. Through this unit, we will also ensure that our motorcycle riders are not infiltrated by criminals.”
Also speaking, Prince Segun Ochuko Obayendo, Group Managing Director, Temple Group Limited, praised the Governor’s “giant strides” which have created an enabling environment in the state, making the project possible.
“As we commission this project today, we are taking a significant step towards ensuring the safety of our roads and the lives of our citizens.
“I am proud of this achievement and I commend the team that has worked tirelessly to make this a reality.”
The two-lane service center, capable of inspecting 150 vehicles per day, is a testament to the state’s commitment to road safety and development.