Again,Lagos Task Force raids Lagos-Badagry expressway seizes 497 okadas …recommends psychiatric evaluation for

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…recommends psychiatric evaluation for okada riders plying on one-way

  1. For the second time in two weeks, Lagos state Task Force has carried out another raid on Lagos-Badagry expressway seizes 497 bikes.
    The raid is to drive home the agency determination to rid the area menace of okada riders playing the prohibited route.

In a statement, Abdulraheem Gbadeyanka,Director of Press and Publicity said the operation led by its Chairman, CSP Shola Jejeloye, also covered areas such as Doyin Bus Stop, Alakija, Iyana Iba, Igbo-Elerin, Festac Link Bridge and Igando in order to stamp the commitment of the Lagos State Taskforce to enforce traffic regulations and maintain order and sanity on Lagos Roads.
Said he,”These efforts are part of a broader initiative to enhance safety for all road users and eliminate the risks associated with okada operations on restricted routes and Lagos highways.”

The Chairman described the activities of okada operators especially along Lagos-Badagry Expressway as reckless due to the non challant attitude of the operators on that corridor.

 

The impounded Okadas

 

“Okada operators here are the cause of major accidents and a big threat to the security architecture of the State along this route, especially the ones you see facing on coming vehicles directly on one-way. It is complete madness and I recommend anyone caught in the act be subjected to psychiatric evaluation” Jejeloye stated.

Utilizing tactical superiority, the Taskforce achieved a remarkable record of seizures during the operation, signaling a clear message to okada violators that enforcement measures will be rigorously implemented in all nook and crannies of the State.

The Chairman reiterated the importance of compliance with traffic regulations and warned erring riders to desist from their operations along restricted routes immediately. Failure to adhere to these regulations will result in the impoundment of motorcycles and possible jail term, he emphasized.

Law enforcement their to back up the Force

 

 

Going forward, the Lagos State Taskforce affirms its commitment to making these operations a continuous endeavor until all restricted routes and Highways are free from the menace of okada. The Lagos State Taskforce urges the cooperation of all stakeholders, including riders and members of the public, in achieving this goal and ensuring the safety and orderliness of all.

He assured Lagosians that the tactical superiority of the Agency would surpress any form of maneuvering abilty of okada riders. He reminded them that both rider and passenger are culpable in the event of an arrest while plying on restricted routes.

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