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Residents applaud extension of tricycle operation in Aba

Tricycle operation in Aba

Residents of Aba, the commercial hub of Abia State, have applauded the government over its decision to extend the operational hour of tricycle operators in Aba, saying that the development would reduce the suffering of residents.

They also observed that it would increase business hours and boost commerce in the commercial city.

Kalu Ogbu, a trader and one of the respondents, told Cityfile that food vendors, especially fast food facilities in the area, would benefit from the decision and urged security agencies in the area to increase patrols within Aba and its environs to ensure security.

He also explained that this decision of the government would boost the confidence of patrons to Aba, who come from neighbouring states, stressing that these set of patrons stayed out of the city during the ban.

Governor Okezie Victor Ikpeazu, Monday, approved the extension of the hours of operation of tricycle operators, popularly known as Keke from 6.00am to 9.00pm in Aba and Umuahia.

The governor in a statement signed by Onyebuchi Ememanka, his chief press secretary, however, urged the tricycle operators to reciprocate the action by checking the use of their tricycles for criminal activities.

The governor also directed the Commissioner of Police, Abia State, and heads of other security agencies to remain vigilant and intensify their patrols with a view to nipping in the bud, any criminal activity that may emanate from this extension.