Okada Ban: No criticism Can Change Government’s Decision-Sanwo-Olu

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu  of Lagos State has disclosed that the decision to ban Okada and Keke operating in some local government areas in the state cannot be reversed despite criticisms.

The government further stated that the ban is in line with the state’s Transport Sector Reform Law of 2018, which restricts operations of commercial motorcycles, popularly known as Okada and tricycles (Keke Marwa) in the State.

Sanwo-Olu  made this  known on Tuesday, at the launch of commercial operations in water transportation by Lagos Ferry Services (LAGFERRY) at Badore Ferry Terminal in Ajah.

He stressed that the present administration in the state would not give in to blackmail and “uninformed criticism” of its decision to restrict Okada and tricycles on the highways, saying the enforcement became necessary in the face of growing threats to security.

The governor stressed that the rate of accidents on major ways resulting from Okada riders’ recklessness and disobedient to traffic rule compelled the government to enforce the laws.

Though the decision according to the governor was a tough one, it would not compromise on the safety of residents.

He said: “I agree it’s a tough decision we made regarding the restriction of Okada and Keke in some parts of Lagos. But I want to state some facts, which people can debate. The restriction is primarily based on security and safety of lives of residents. We took the decision based on the level of danger we have seen to have happened to our people.

“As a responsible government, we will not fold our arms and allow Okada riders to put our lives in danger. One life is as important to us as all the economic benefits to be made, if we allowed them to continue. We understand that investment too can be critical, but keeping people alive and safe is more germane.”

While identifying with the plight of commuters’, Sanwo-Olu announced that the government would be deploying over 500 buses to the routes listed in the restriction directive as alternative to ease movement.

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