Abia State Governor, Alex Otti has ordered commercial motorcyclists known as “okada” to be banned from operating in some of the cities in the state.
The cities include Umuahia the state capital, and Aba.
Otti’s Chief Press Secretary, Kazia Uko, announced that the order was effective immediately on Monday, August 14.
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Uko 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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