The Ondo State Government has imposed restrictions on the operations of commercial motorcycles, popularly known as okada, across the 18 local government areas of the state.
Under the new directive, motorcycle operations are prohibited between 7 p.m. and 6 a.m., with the restriction taking immediate effect from Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
The Commander of the Ondo State Security Network Agency, Amotekun Corps, Akogun Adetunji Adeleye, announced the development on Wednesday at the agency’s headquarters in Akure.
According to Adeleye, the directive was issued by the state governor in line with existing laws and public safety regulations aimed at strengthening security and maintaining public order.
He noted that the restriction applies to all motorcycle operators across the state, except security personnel and individuals providing essential services who have been granted official exemptions.
Adeleye also directed all motorcycle operators to register and obtain certification from the Amotekun Corps at its headquarters or at local government commands across the state.
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He warned that anyone who fails to comply with the registration requirement would be considered to be operating unlawfully.
As part of additional security measures, the state government also banned cart pushing in major towns across Ondo State in order to improve public safety, traffic management, and environmental order within urban centres.
Meanwhile, the Amotekun Corps announced the arrest of 70 suspects linked to various criminal activities across the state.
Parading the suspects, Adeleye said 39 were arrested for breaches of law and order, 18 for kidnapping-related offences, one for violation of the anti-grazing law, one for human trafficking, and 11 in connection with court-related matters.
He added that the arrests were part of ongoing efforts by security agencies to tackle crime and strengthen security across the state.
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