Edo Residents Applauds State Agencies During Yuletide Period

By Simeon OSAJIE

Residents, transporters and commuters in Edo State have commended the twin agencies of government for creating a conducive environment during the Yuletide festivities. 

The agencies, Public Works Volunteer Scheme (PUWOV) and the Edo State Traffic Management Agency (EDSTMA) were said to have adequately deployed their men and materials to control traffic in the metropolis which hitherto was a problem for commuters.

Speaking to The9jaTrend, the Coordinator, Action for Socio-Political and Economic Change (ASEC), Leftist Osazee Edigin said, "Officials of the Edo State Traffic Management Agency (EDSTMA)  and Public Works Volunteer Scheme (PUWOV) were on ground during the Yuletide period to ensure there was free flow of traffic in major roads across the three senatorial districts that make up  Edo State.  It was a herculean time for them due to the last minute rush of residents in purchase of requirements for the celebration".

Leftist Edigin disclosed that, "their committed and resilience were not unnoticed even as they extended thier operations into the night. PUWOV on the other hand ensured traders didn't display their wares in such a way that they will impede free movement of humans and vehicles. Such dispositions by the two agencies are worthy of commendation for giving citizens convenience. They deserve somewhat appreciation from the government and well meaning Nigerians."

Reacting to the commendation, the Coordinator, Public Works Volunteers scheme (PUWOV), Mukhtar Yusuf-Osagie "thanked Edo residents for their encomium  on traffic control during the yuletide period and we want to assure Edo residents of our commitment  in 2021. 

The PUWOV boss added, "Edo people will witness more committment and synergy amongst government agencies to deliver on government promises on free flow of traffic and others, we are committed to deliver on our duties".

"I want to enjoined the good people of our great state to continue to support the government of Mr. Godwin Obaseki in other to bring more development to our dear state. l wish Edo People both  at home and the Diaspora prosperous New Year," he added.