The Abia State Governor Alex Otti has banned the operation of commercial motorcyclists popularly known as Okada within the Umuahia and Aba metropolis.
The ban is with immediate effect according to a statement by Otti’s spokesperson, Kazie Uko.
Uko however did not provide any justification for the ban especially in Aba where the roads are barely motorable.
“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,” the statement read.
“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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