The prosecutor alleged that the defendants removed the bus, estimated to be worth N12 million, from its parking spot without the state government’s consent.
Chairman of the Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP), The Polytechnic, Ibadan, made the appeal on Thursday.
Mr Ogedengbe urged stakeholders, including parents, educators and the private sector, to support and participate in the laudable programme.
The 10-day festival is connected to the social, religious, cultural and political institutions of the Oyo.
The statement indicated that the half working day was in connection with the local government elections, scheduled for Saturday.
The Oyo State governor said that the state was on the verge of establishing a state-owned mining corporation.
Mr Aiyedatiwa said the late Olubadan was a silent achiever and peacefully lovely.
“Illegal mining is not exclusive to the high class alone, but cuts across the strata of our society.”
The NBA chairman charged members of the society to always speak up and report suspicious issues around them.
“There is a need for urgent support and assistance for the affected families during this difficult time.’’
