Ondo State Bans Night-Time Motorcycle Operations Across 18 LGAs to Tackle Crime
Ondo State Bans Night-Time Motorcycle Operations Across 18 LGAs to Tackle Crime
The Ondo State Government has announced a statewide restriction on commercial motorcycle operations during nighttime hours as part of efforts to strengthen security and reduce criminal activities.
According to the state authorities, commercial motorcycle riders, commonly known as Okada operators, will no longer be allowed to operate between 7:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. across all 18 local government areas of the state.
The decision was disclosed by the administration of Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, which stated that the measure is aimed at addressing the increasing use of motorcycles by criminals to carry out robberies, kidnappings, and other unlawful activities during late hours.
Security agencies have reportedly observed that many criminal incidents in recent months were carried out using motorcycles, which allow perpetrators to move quickly through communities and evade security checkpoints.
Under the new directive:
Commercial motorcycle operators are prohibited from operating between 7:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. The restriction applies to all 18 local government areas in Ondo State. Security agencies have been directed to strictly enforce the ban. Violators may face arrest, seizure of motorcycles, or other legal penalties.
The government noted that the policy forms part of broader security measures designed to safeguard residents and improve public safety across the state.
Residents have also been encouraged to cooperate with security agencies and report suspicious movements, especially during the restricted hours.
While some commuters rely heavily on motorcycles for mobility—particularly in areas with limited transportation infrastructure—the government insists that the temporary inconvenience is necessary to protect lives and property.
The development places Ondo State among several Nigerian states that have adopted stricter regulations on commercial motorcycle operations in response to rising security concerns.
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