By JKNewsMedia
COMMERCIAL MOTORCYCLES operators in Oyo State will no longer be allowed to operate between 10:30pm and 5:30am following fresh security measures announced by Governor Seyi Makinde.
JKNewsMedia.com reports that the governor announced the restriction during a statewide broadcast on Friday amid concerns over the abduction of teachers and students in Oriire Local Government Area.
Makinde said the measure formed part of broader efforts by his administration to strengthen security and support ongoing operations aimed at securing the release of victims currently in captivity.
Addressing residents, the governor assured families of the abducted victims that the state government remained committed to their safe return.
“We will not relent until our teachers and children are returned safely home. Every day they remain in captivity is a painful day for their families, their communities, and all of us in Oyo State,” he asserted.
“I want to assure our people that efforts are ongoing around the clock to ensure the safe return of the victims. Their rescue remains the top priority of this administration. They have not been forgotten, and they have not been abandoned.”
Makinde said details of ongoing rescue efforts could not be fully disclosed because of the sensitive nature of the operations but maintained that security agencies were actively working to secure the victims’ freedom.
“We may not be able to disclose every step being taken because of the sensitive nature of the operations involved. However, I ask our people not to mistake our silence for inaction. A great deal of work is being done behind the scenes, and we remain fully engaged with all relevant security agencies,” he said.
Also, JKNewsMedia.com reports that announcing the new restriction, the governor said commercial motorcycle operators, popularly known as Okada riders, would no longer be allowed to operate during the specified hours across the state.
“With the signing of this Executive Order, we are also introducing additional measures to enhance security across our state. Consequently, the operations of commercial motorcycle operators, popularly known as Okada riders, will now be restricted between the hours of 10:30 p.m. and 5:30 a.m. throughout Oyo State.”
He also urged residents to cooperate with security agencies, saying security required collective effort.
“We can create laws, but their success ultimately depends on the cooperation of our people. This is another opportunity to remind us all that security is a shared responsibility. If you see something, say something, and the authorities will do something.”
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