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Lagosians grumble as Okada ban forces them to trek

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Lagosians have expressed their displeasure at the ban placed on Okada and Keke Napep by the Lagos State Government.

The ban took effect on February 1 with all motorcycles and tricycles prohibited from plying certain roads. Those who flouted the order have seen their vehicles seized.

Today, the 3rd of February, being the start of a working week has seen Lagosians grumble on Twitter about the ban which now leaves them no choice but to trek distance they would have normally scaled through with the use of an Okada or Keke Napep.

Below are some reactions gathered by MyNigeria.





























Meanwhile, The Lagos State Government has said that the ban placed on motorcycles aka Okada and Tricycles aka Keke Napepe has been widely accepted by Lagosians due to their compliance.

The government made this known through a statement issued on Facebook.

According to the statement, measures to ease the discomfort faced by Lagosians due to the ban are currently being worked on by the government.

The statement reads: "The government of Lagos State praises motorcycle and tricycle operators for complying with the restriction from six local government areas, major highways and bridges. The enforcement of the State Security Council’s order began on Saturday, February 1, 2020. The level of compliance was over 90 %. In fact, some of the ride hailing companies directed their riders to obey the directive. This is commendable.

"The high level of compliance has shown that Lagosians agree with the government on the need to stop the danger that commercial motorcycles and tricycles have become - a big threat to safety of lives and security of our people. They should stand firm in supporting the government.

"The little discomfort experienced by commuters on some routes due to the absence of motorcycles and tricycles is noted. This will not last as alternatives are being rolled out.

"A fleet of 65 buses will join the others on some major routes as from Monday , February 3, 2020: No less than 550 more buses are being expected. Besides, 14 ferries will be commissioned on Tuesday. This will further open up the waterways, reduce travel time on various routes and provide safe, dependable and comfortable alternatives for commuters.

"The government is not unaware that enforcing this directive may lead to some job losses. The Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, plans to announce some measures to tackle the likely effects of the order, besides the programmes of various agencies, such as the Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF), Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Office of Civic Engagement, Lagos State Parks and Gardens and others.

"The government hereby warns all those who are planning to unleash violence on the state because of the ongoing enforcement to have a change of heart. Lagosians are peace loving and law abiding people, who will not embrace any disruption of their legal activities by failed politicians hiding under the evil of unwholesome activism. The law enforcement agents have been directed to ensure that nobody takes the law into his hands. The government places a very high premium on law and order in the interest of all Lagosians. It will not fail to act when peace is threatened.