Akwa Ibom State Governor, Udom Emmanuel has placed a ban on the use of motorcycles in the State.
A statement by Dr. Emmanuel Ekuwem
Secretary to the state Government said the ban which takes immediate effect will be between 10pm till 6am.
Ekuwem further stated that the restriction covers all types of motorcycles including power bikes.
” That the use of Motorcycles from 10pm till 6am is hereby banned.That this restriction covers all types of motorcycles without exception(power bikes inclusive).
” That this ban which takes effect immediately, is daily and statewide.
The government however directed all security agencies to strictly ensure that the directive is enforced.
” 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 .”
