Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has placed restriction on night time operation by commercial motorcycles popularly known as okada across the 33 local government councils in the state.
As part of the new measures, commercial motorcycle operators will no longer be allowed to operate between 10:30 p.m. and 5:30 a.m. in the state.
The banning order was contained in an Executive Order No.002 of 2026 signed and issued on Friday by the governor.
The decision is in response to the rising wave of insecurity in the state.
The new measures aimed at strengthening security, improving traffic management, and ensuring strict compliance with vehicle registration regulations across the state.
The executive order, also places restrictions on the activities of commercial motorcycle operators, popularly known as okada riders, amid heightened security concerns following the abduction of teachers and pupils in Oriire Local Government Area over three weeks ago.
Speaking during the signing ceremony, Governor Makinde stated that unregistered vehicles, motorcycles, and tricycles have increasingly been exploited for criminal activities, making it difficult for security agencies to identify and apprehend offenders.
According to him, the executive order establishes a robust legal framework for the effective enforcement of vehicle registration and traffic regulations, while authorizing relevant agencies to arrest offenders, impound vehicles, and prosecute violators in accordance with existing laws.
As part of the new measures, commercial motorcycle operators will no longer be allowed to operate between 10:30 p.m. and 5:30 a.m. across Oyo State.
The governor explained that the restriction is designed to curb criminal activities and further enhance public safety.
Makinde noted that recent security challenges, particularly the abduction incident in Orire Local Government, underscored the need for additional proactive measures to safeguard residents and maintain law and order.
He also called on citizens to actively support the state’s security architecture by reporting suspicious activities through the toll-free emergency number 615.
He commended security agencies and the Amotekun Corps for their dedication to protecting lives and property throughout Oyo State.
(vitalnewsngr.com)
