The Ogun State House of Assembly formally ordered all truck drivers to halt any illegal ticketing activities at quarries across the state. This directive follows an investigation into allegations of extortion and criminal intimidation targeting the mining sector. The Assembly emphasized that only approved harmonized tickets issued by the Ministry of Finance, the Internal Revenue Service, or recognized unions may be purchased by haulage business operators. Task force members have been deployed to all quarries to enforce this strict new regulation immediately. [1]
Official Actions
Key officials involved include a senior Director from the Ministry of Finance and Permanent Secretaries of various State Ministries who were invited to appear before the Assembly on Tuesday, October 20. These officials are expected to discuss the legality of tickets currently being issued at quarries across the state during this session. [1]
Process Details
The Assembly stated that pending the conclusion of its ongoing investigation, the order applies specifically to trucks carrying sands, gravel, granite, and stones. The directive requires task force enforcement at every quarry site to ensure compliance with financial regulations. [1]
Investigation Scope
The Permanent Secretaries and a senior Finance Director are scheduled to present findings on ticket issuance patterns during the Tuesday meeting. This agenda item focuses exclusively on the financial and operational aspects of the mining sector's ticketing system. [1]
Next Steps
The Assembly noted that the final outcome depends on the conclusion of its ongoing investigation into extortion allegations. Until then, all drivers must adhere strictly to the approved ticketing rules. The specific timeline for enforcement actions remains pending the completion of the formal inquiry. [1]
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