The Lagos State Taskforce has intensified efforts to enforce the ban on commercial motorcycles, commonly known as Okada, on highways and other restricted routes within the state.
This move aims to curb the persistent menace posed by Okada operators in the areas.
In a recent operation led by the agency chairman, CSP Adetayo Akerele, Taskforce officials raided several hotspots, including Iyana-Iba Road, Badagry Expressway, Igboelerin, and Alakija, where Okada riders have continued to operate despite the ban.
The crackdown resulted in the seizure of over 105 motorcycles, all of which will be forfeited to the state government.
CSP Akerele emphasised the agency’s commitment to eradicating the illegal operations of Okada riders.
“We are dedicated to enforcing compliance and ensuring that the highways and restricted routes are free from the activities of commercial motorcycles,” he said.
He further stated that the Taskforce has vowed to continue its enforcement activities to completely rid the affected areas of Okada operations, reflecting the state government’s resolve to address the safety and regulatory challenges posed by these commercial motorcycles.
Gbadeyan Abdulraheem, the director of press & public affairs for the Lagos State Taskforce, reaffirmed the agency’s determination to uphold the ban and maintain order on the state’s roads.
He said that the operation is part of the strategy by the Lagos State government to improve safety and reduce traffic accidents associated with Okada operations on major thoroughfares and restricted areas.
