The Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Udom Emmanuel has restricted the use of Motorcycles in Ikot Ekpene senatorial Districts.
A statement by the Secretary to the State Government,Emmanuel Ekuwem said the restriction which takes effect immediately will be from 6pm till 6am.
The restriction he said covers all types of Motorcycles without exception ( power bikes inclusive).
” That this ban which takes effect immediately is daily and covers all the local government areas in Ikot Ekpene Senatorial District, while the previous statewide ban(10PM-6AM) remains in force in the other parts of the state.”
He however directed all Security to strictly enforce the directive.
“While regretting the inconvenience that this decision may cause law abiding citizens, the decision is a product of considered reasoning, taken in the overall interest of the security of lives and property, which is the primary responsibility of any government .”
