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By Olasunkanmi Akoni
Operatives of the Lagos State Taskforce seized 278 commercial motorcycles, commonly known as Okadas, for traffic violations and alleged criminal conduct across the city.
Taskforce Chairman CSP Adetayo Akerele announced the action on Sunday, noting that it followed a state government directive that bans Okada operations on highways and other restricted routes under the Lagos State Transport Sector Reform Law of 2018.
He said the operation was part of a broader effort to restore order on Lagos roads and strengthen the state’s security framework.
“The exercise is also part of ongoing efforts to strengthen the security architecture of Lagos State, protect lives and property, and prevent the activities of criminal elements,” he said.
Akerele explained that the week‑long operation covered several parts of the state, building on earlier enforcement actions carried out weeks prior.
Areas affected included Ikorodu, Festac–First Gate, Mazamaza, Iyana Iba, Egbeda, Iyana Ipaja, Ikotun Roundabout, Ojodu, Berger, Igando, LASU–Iba Road, and other major corridors.
According to him, some operators were arrested for riding on restricted highways, while others were accused of transporting illicit substances, hazardous materials such as petroleum products and gas, and of conveying school children in unsafe conditions.
He stated that a total of 278 motorcycles were seized during the operation, emphasizing that the crackdown aims to enforce compliance across restricted areas.
Akerele added that all impounded motorcycles would be processed for forfeiture through the courts in line with existing laws.
He reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to sustained enforcement, warning that the Taskforce would not relent until full compliance is achieved.
“We will not be cowed or fold our arms and allow people of criminal intent to overrun Lagos,” he said.
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