Abia State Government enforces okada ban in Umuahia, Aba, and Ohafia. Violators face a ₦50,000 fine as part of new security measures.

Abia State Government bans commercial motorcycle (okada) operations in Aba, Umuahia, and Ohafia from June 22, 2026, to boost security and traffic.

The Abia State Government has banned commercial motorcycle operations in the metropolitan areas of Umuahia, Aba and Ohafia, citing security and public safety concerns.

Abia State Government has banned the operation of commercial motorcycles, popularly known as “Okada,” within the metropolitan areas of Umuahia,

Abia State Government enforces okada ban in Umuahia, Aba, and Ohafia. Violators face a ₦50,000 fine as part of new security measures.

Abia State cracks down on defaulting okada riders, imposing a N50,000 fine or motorcycle forfeiture for violating the Abia Okada ban in restricted areas.

Abia State Government revises Okada fine from N50,000 to N20,000 and shifts enforcement to June 29, 2026, for commercial motorcycle operations.

By Ugochukwu Alaribe The Abia State Government has commenced enforcement of the ban on motorcycle operations in Aba, Umuahia and Ohafia, warning that violators will face a fine of…