The Lagos State Taskforce has impounded 128 commercial motorcycles, popularly known as Okada, for operating illegally in some parts of the state.
Chairman of the taskforce and a Chief Superintendent of Police, Adetayo Akerele, disclosed this in a statement issued to newsmen on Sunday.
In the statement signed by the Director, Press and Public Affairs of the taskfirce, Gbadeyan Abdulraheem, Akerele said that the motorcycles were impounded in Sabo Ikorodu, Berger, and Ikon while enforcing the ban on the operations of commercial motorcycles in restricted areas of the state.
He reiterated the taskforce’s unwavering stance on illegal operations of commercial motorcycles, stressing that both riders and passengers caught violating the ban would be prosecuted.
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He said: “Passengers on okada are as guilty as the riders.
“If caught, they will face the full weight of the law alongside the riders.
“The Lagos State Taskforce remains committed to enforcing the law and ensuring that Lagos roads remain safe and motorable.
“Residents are encouraged to adhere to the regulations, as these efforts are in place to protect the lives and property of all residents of the state.”
According to Akerele, all the 128 impounded motorcycles from all the locations will be forfeited to the State Government through the court.
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