Govt bans commercial motorcycles in Abia
Commercial motorcyclists, popular known as okada, have been banned in the Umuahia and Aba metropolis by the Abia State Governor, Alex Otti.
A statement by Governor Otti’s Chief Press Secretary Kazie Uko, said the directive takes effect immediately.
The statement said, “The Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has directed the immediate ban on the operation of commercial motorcyclists, otherwise known as Okada, within Umuahia, the State capital, and Aba Metropolis.
“Effective Monday, August 14, 2023, any motorcycle seen on the streets of Umuahia and Aba townships being used for such purpose will be impounded by the security agencies.
“Also, security agencies have been directed to arrest any individual caught violating this order, for possible prosecution. This directive takes immediate effect.”
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