The Lagos State Government has responded to the concerns about the planned implementation of a ban on commercial motorcycles in six local government areas beginning June 1. Surulere, Lagos Island, Lagos Mainland, Apapa, Eti-Osa, and Ikeja are the local governments.
The law enforcement agencies went on a roadshow today to reassure the public that the ban, which Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu announced on May 18 after meeting with the Commissioner of Police, Area Commanders, and Divisional Police Officers, will be strictly enforced.
In a statement, Gbenga Omotoso, the Commissioner for Information and Strategy, said: ‘There is no need for any concern about the implementation of the ban, which has been hailed by the majority of Lagosians as a reinforcement of the Lagos Traffic Law 2012 (amended in 2018).’
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‘The Government wishes to advise all law-abiding citizens to go about their businesses without fear, as precautions have been taken to prevent any disruption.’ In our collective interest, Lagosians and visitors are urged to cooperate with law enforcement agencies.’ Omotoso added
Meanwhile, some companies in Lagos have decided to close tomorrow or for a period of time in the morning due to fears that the okada ban will cause chaos on the roads.
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