Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has announced a plan to ban unregistered motorcyclists and tricycles in the state from January 2024.
Makinde who stated this after a security meeting in lbadan, urged operators in the state to enroll in the Oyo State Residents’ Registration Scheme before December 31, 2023.
He emphasized the need to address challenges associated with commercial motorcycle and tricycle operations to enhance the state’s security.
According to him, from January 1, 2024, unregistered motorcycle or tricycle operators will not be permitted to operate in the state.
“All commercial motorcycle and tricycle riders must ensure that they are captured under the state’s registration scheme,” he said. The governor further stated that the registration process would include capturing biometric data such as names, motorcycle registration numbers, next of kin, and other essential information.
