ADAMAWA GOVERNMENT BANS USE OF MOTORCYCLES IN 2 LGAs DUE TO INCREASED CRIMINAL ACTIVITIES
The Adamawa State Government has issued the restriction of movement of motorcycles executive order owing to the prevalent rate of threat posed to the security and stability across the State.
The affected locations include Mbamba, Yolde Pate and Ngurore communities of Yola South Local Government.
The restriction order also affects Viniklang and Federal Housing Estate in Girei Local Government Area from 5pm to 5am.
The statement which was released on Tuesday by the Press Secretary to the Governor, Humwashi Wonosikou said the decision was taken to curb the growing activities of criminals disrupting the peace of the state.
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According to the statement, “Adamawa State Restriction of Movement of Motorcycles Executive Order No.1 of 2022 comes into effect on Tuesday, February 8, 2022, until further notice.
“They have become a threat to the peace, wellbeing, security and stability of the state’s political and economic systems, as well as their effect on continuous development which must be effectively curtailed.”
The order which exempts people with medical conditions, especially those providing care and assistance to the vulnerable or travelling for purpose of work classified as essential service, will, however, ensure all defaulters face the risk of prosecution.
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