Abia begins enforcement of Okada ban, sets N50,000 fine for defaulters

By Ugochukwu Alaribe
The Abia State Government has commenced enforcement of the ban on motorcycle operations in Aba, Umuahia and Ohafia, warning that violators will face a fine of N50,000 and possible impoundment of their motorcycles.
The government said operators whose motorcycles are seized would be required to pay the N50,000 penalty within 30 days to recover their vehicles.
Commissioner for Information, Prince Okey Kanu, disclosed this in Umuahia, explaining that the policy forms part of efforts to strengthen security and enhance public safety across the state.
He warned that any motorcycle operator found plying restricted routes in the affected cities would have their motorcy...