Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has issued an Executive Order banning the use of motorcycles in Mbamba, Yolde Pate and Ngurore communities of Yola South Local Government in a move to stem the tide of insecurity which is bedeviling the State.
Africa Daily News, New York gathered that he also banned their use in Viniklang and Federal Housing Estate in Girei Local Government Area from 5pm to 5am daily.
This new measures were contained in a statement issued by the Press Secretary to the Governor, Humwashi Wonosikou which was issued to newsmen Tuesday.
The statement said, ‘Adamawa State Restriction of Movement of Motorcycles Executive Order No.1 of 2022 comes into effect on Tuesday, February 8, 2022 until further notice.’
The Governor Fintiri led-State government said the restriction was imposed to curb the growing activities of criminals disrupting the peace of the State.
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“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,” it said.
According to the Order, any person found on a motorcycle stationary or in motion, within the prohibited time whether as a rider or passenger shall be liable to prosecution.
It, however, exempted those with genuine reasons such as seeking medical attention, providing care and assistance to the vulnerable or travelling for purpose of work classified as essential service.
Africa Daily News, New York reports that the insecurity in the North East has in the last few weeks assumed feverish proportions as many people have pointed out that the insurgency in the area has now assumed new dimensions.
AFRICA DAILY NEWS, NEW YORK
