In the nascent days of Abuja, when life was still in its infancy, and the city’s population was but a mere fraction of what it would become, the dynamic duo of Salihu Ibrahim Kindo and Jonas Agwu graced the airwaves with their enlightening and immensely popular program on Aso Radio, aptly named Oga Driver. Armed with a potent blend of humor and wit, these two esteemed voices served as beacons of knowledge, educating road users on the intricacies of safe and efficient navigation.
Their program garnered a devoted following, with each episode brimming with invaluable insights into road usage. Such was its allure that residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) eagerly awaited each broadcast, eager to glean wisdom from Kindo and Jonas. It was a platform that not only entertained but also empowered road users with essential knowledge of traffic regulations.
Then, one fateful day, the people awoke to a profound silence—the absence of Oga Driver. Kindo had bid farewell to the broadcasting realm, leaving behind his equally charismatic partner, Jonas Agwu, who had been reassigned due to his affiliation with the Federal Road Safety Corps. Thus, Abuja found itself bereft of the familiar voices that had once greeted its mornings, leaving a void in the hearts of listeners.
Yet, as life often unfolds in unpredictable ways, two decades later, the residents of the FCT were greeted by a familiar melody—the resounding voices of Salihu Ibrahim Kindo and ACM Jonas Agwu, reunited on the airwaves. Their return was marked by a newfound depth of experience and an invigorated energy, as they recommenced their mission to educate and enlighten road users. Broadcasting from the Federal Road Safety Corps Road Traffic 107.1 FM, the duo embarked on a journey to reignite the spirit of public enlightenment.
With their trademark banter and insightful commentary, Kindo and Jonas revitalized the airwaves, transporting Abuja residents back to a bygone era of genuine public service broadcasts. Once again, the city found solace in the familiar voices of its trusted guides, as Oga Driver resumed its rightful place as a beacon of knowledge and safety in the realm of radio programming.
Haruna, a journalist writes from Abuja.
