The Sector Commander, Fredrick Ogidan, along with staff, stakeholders in the cycling industry, took a ride along roads in Ilorin town to sensitize people on the essence of cycling and its benefits.
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According to the World Health Organization, walking and cycling can reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, certain cancers, diabetes, and even death.
The Federal Government has said it is working on a cycling policy to promote green transportation and ensure that roads are transformed to enable cycling in the country.
The News Agency of Nigeria reports that June 3 was approved on April 12, 2018 as the official UN day for awareness about the multiple societal benefits of using bicycle for transportation and leisure.
The activities lined up for June 4 include a press conference by the Corps Marshal, Dr. Boboye Oyeyemi, at 8:30am, followed by the flag off of the 2018 World Bicycle Day at the FRSC Headquarters, Wuse Zone 3, Abuja.