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Nothing will stop free school shuttle in Ondo State – Gov. Aiyedatiwa

The Ondo State Government has reaffirmed commitment to sustaining the Free Shuttle Bus Scheme for secondary school students, dismissing speculations about its suspension.

Speaking during a public affairs programme, “LUCKY LUCKY DIP”, on Orange 94.5 FM, the Chief Press Secretary to Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, Prince Ebenezer Adeniyan, assured residents that the recent disruptions in the shuttle service were temporary and had since been resolved.

Prince Adeniyan emphasized that the buses are back in operation, continuing to provide free transportation for students in public schools across the state.

Beyond maintaining the initiative, he revealed that Governor Aiyedatiwa has expanded the programme by increasing the number of buses and extending services to more towns.

Additionally, the government has procured boats to cater for students in riverine communities.

On the removal of the concrete median at Ojo Oba on Oba Adesida Road, Prince Adeniyan explained that the Ministry of Works, which is overseeing the project, will ensure a safe and convenient crossing for residents with installing reinforced and perforated structures.

Speaking on the Light Up Akure project, the CPS reiterated government’s commitment to keeping the city well-lit and secure.

He disclosed that the second phase of the project is already underway, focusing on connecting the streetlights to the national grid, replacing aging poles and upgrading infrastructure to enhance security for residents.

Reacting to allegations by the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) regarding an alleged allocation of 11.5 Billion Naira as a security vote to the Ministry of Finance in the 2025 budget, Prince Adeniyan dismissed the claim as false and misleading.

With Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa’s inauguration for a fresh four-year term scheduled for February 24, He assured the people of the present administration’s resolve to delivering good governance.

He reiterated that Governor Aiyedatiwa will not disappoint the people.

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