Kano State Government has restated that the ban on commercial motorcycle operations in parts of the state is still in force, directing security agencies to intensify enforcement.
A statement issued on Monday by Abubakar Tijjani Ibrahim, Special Assistant (Media) to the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, reminded residents that the Motorcycling and Related Matters (Regulations) Law of 2013 remains active.
According to the statement, the Attorney General, Abdulkarim Kabiru Maude, said the law prohibits the carrying of passengers on motorcycles in several metropolitan local government areas, including Kano Municipal, Gwale, Dala, Nassarawa, Tarauni, Ungogo (Jido), Dawakin Kudu (Tamburawa, Gurjiya and Jido Ward), Fagge and Kumbotso.
Under the regulation, violators risk up to six months’ imprisonment, a fine of N10,000, and forfeiture of the motorcycle.
The Ministry further noted that in local councils where commercial motorcycle operations are still permitted, riders must register with their Ward Head, the Local Government Works Department and the Divisional Police Officer for identification and security monitoring.
The government urged riders, passengers and community leaders to comply with the directive, adding that security agencies have been tasked with enforcing the law to prevent crime and maintain order.
