As part of concerted efforts to stem the menace of terrorism and other crimes, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Senator Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, has directed the FCT Police Commissioner to promptly arrest and prosecute any person illegally using power bikes and motorcycles in the Federal Capital City, Abuja.
This directive, which was conveyed to the FCT Police Commissioner via a letter dated June 27, 2014, signed by the FCT Permanent Secretary, Engr. John Chukwu, reminded him that the ban on the use of power bikes and motorcycles in the FCT was still in force.
The statement stated that the reminder is underscored by the fact that one of the suspects in the recent bombing at the EMAB Plaza, Wuse II District, Abuja was seen on a power bike by security agents.
Senator Mohammed further directed that all security personnel using motorcycles should obtain permits from the FCT Commissioner of Police and the FCT Transportation Secretariat and in addition, the officer should be properly kitted in their uniform and helmet.
The letter revealed the intention of the FCT Administration to as a matter of urgency evolve necessary bye-laws and security protocols that will indicate minimal security requirements in private and public institutions as well as other congregational locations in the Federal Capital Territory for compliance and enforcement.
The Administration will also embark on “Know Your Neigbour Campaign” as a veritable strategy to promote neigbourhood security awareness among residents.
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