Anambra Assembly adopts security jacket policy for commercial transport operators statewide

The Anambra State House of Assembly has approved the mandatory use of security identification jackets for all commercial motorcycle, tricycle, and bus operators across the state, expanding a security initiative that originated in Nnewi North Local Government Area.

The policy, which is aimed at strengthening public safety and improving the identification of commercial transport operators, will now be implemented across the 21 local government areas of the state.
The initiative was first introduced in February 2026 through a byelaw sponsored by the Leader of the Nnewi North Legislative Council, Hon. Chijioke Nwizugbe, making the use of security identification jackets compulsory for commercial motorcycle operators within the local government.

The byelaw was designed to enhance security, improve the traceability of operators, and build public confidence in the commercial transport system. It also made Nnewi North the first local government area in Anambra State to legislate compulsory security identification for commercial riders.
With the adoption of the policy by the Anambra State Assembly, the requirement has been extended to commercial motorcycle, tricycle, and bus operators throughout the state.
The measure is expected to improve the identification of registered operators, discourage the use of commercial vehicles for criminal activities, and enhance passenger safety.

Echezona Anazodo, the Mayor of Nnewi North, while commenting on the development, described the statewide adoption of the initiative as a demonstration that effective policies developed at the grassroots can shape legislation at the state level.

He urged all commercial transport operators to comply with the directive as implementation and enforcement of the mandatory security jacket policy begin across the state.

The policy is expected to strengthen security coordination, improve public confidence in commercial transportation, and support ongoing efforts to enhance safety across the state.