Bus company condemns killing of drivers

The Northwest Transport Investments (NTI) acting CEO on Wednesday condemned the brutal killings of its bus drivers.

The acting CEO, Peter Moholo, said the attacks on bus drivers were brutal and unfair, as it leaves families mourning their loved ones.

Speaking at the memorial of Jacob Nthite (60), one of the bus inspectors who were shot on Tuesday March 29, and died on the scene, Moholo said he was very concerned about the killings of bus drivers as this was the second murder in a space of two weeks.

“Nthite was a hardworking and humble man. We are very concerned to see that the killings of our bus drivers,” said Moholo.

It was known that Nthite was shot not to far from his home in Erasmus, north of Pretoria.

The police has confirmed that no arrest have been made yet and requested for the community to assist with any information about the suspects.

On March 13, another bus inspector of the NTI, Lucas Kabini was also murdered in an execution style at his home in Kwa-Mhlanga by unknown criminals.

“Both killings took place in a space of two weeks. This is a great concern for the NTI,” concluded Moholo.

Moholo also emphasised that a speedy arrest by the police would assist in this matter. He also urged staff workers to not be discouraged by the passing of their colleagues and continue to work hard.

“We all still need to work hard and not be discouraged by the evil deeds as changes can be bitter to some people,” conclude Moholo.

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