Lagos State Taskforce Clamps Down on 63 bike Operators

Okada Riding: Lagos State Taskforce Clamps Down on Operators, Arrests 63 Defaulters

The Lagos Taskforce intensifies enforcement as okada riders defy route restrictions in major areas

In a renewed effort to enforce the ban on commercial motorcycles—commonly called okada—on restricted roads and bridges, the Lagos State Taskforce has launched a statewide clampdown targeting defiant riders.

The latest operation resulted in the arrest of 63 motorcycle operators, who were found violating traffic laws by operating in prohibited zones. The enforcement drive comes amid rising complaints about the resurgence of okada riders in areas where their activities had previously been curtailed... Read complete content click link below

According to the Taskforce, these riders not only flout traffic regulations but also pose significant risks to public safety, often contributing to avoidable accidents and enabling quick getaways for criminal activities.

Authorities say the crackdown is part of a broader strategy to restore order and improve security within the metropolis. Areas with frequent okada activity have now come under tighter surveillance, with law enforcement agencies directed to confiscate motorcycles operating unlawfully and prosecute violators.