The Ondo State Government has announced restrictions on the operations of commercial motorcycles, popularly known as okada, across the 18 local government areas of the state
The restriction, which takes immediate effect from Wednesday, March 11, 2026, prohibits the use of motorcycles between 7pm and 6am.
The Commander of the Ondo State Security Network Agency, also known as Amotekun, Akogun Adetunji Adeleye, disclosed this on Wednesday at the agency’s headquarters in Akure, the state capital.
Adeleye said 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.
“I want to put it on record that by the directive of the governor of Ondo State, and pursuant to the relevant laws and public safety regulations of the state, the Ondo State Security Network Agency hereby notifies the general public of the following security measures and regulatory directives currently in force within the state,” he said.
He explained that the restriction would affect all motorcycle operators except security personnel and individuals providing essential services who are specifically exempted by the government.
Adeleye also directed all motorcycle operators in the state to register and obtain certification from the Amotekun Corps either at its headquarters or at the various local government commands.
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