The Abia State Government has announced ban on commercial motorcycles in key metropolitan parts of the state.
The ban which commences on Monday 22 June, 2026 will see an end to motorcycle operators plying their trades in areas such as Aba, Umuahia and Ohafia.
In a statement signed by the state’s commissioner for information, Mr Kanu, contained by our correspondent, the state government warned motorcycle operators to comply with the new policy on security or face severe consequences, adding that any individual or operator found violating this order shall be arrested, while the motorcycle involved shall be confiscated in accordance with the law.
The statement partly read “The Abia state government wishes to inform the general public that His Excellency, Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, has approved the prohibition of commercial motorcycle operations, popularly known as “Okada,” within the metropolitan areas of Umuahia, Aba, and Ohafia.
The ban shall take effect from Monday, June 22, 2026”
According to the state government, the policy forms part of the Government’s ongoing efforts to strengthen security, enhance public safety, improve traffic management, and promote a more organized transportation system across the affected urban centres.
It added, Consequently, all commercial motorcycle operators are directed to cease operations within the designated metropolitan areas on or before the effective date. Security agencies and relevant enforcement authorities have been mandated to ensure strict compliance with this directive.
Any individual or operator found violating this order shall be arrested, while the motorcycle involved shall be confiscated in accordance with the law:
The Abia state government however called on residents, transport operators, community leaders and members of the public to cooperate fully with the authorities in the implementation of this directive, which is aimed at advancing the collective safety and development of the State.
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