YOLA — Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State has issued an Executive Order banning the use of Motorcycles from 5:00pm to 5:00am in Mbamba, Yolde Pate and Ngurore communities of Yola South Local Government.
Also affected by the ban are Viniklang and Federal Housing Estate in Girei Local Government area.
The development is a direct response to the growing activities of criminals that are disrupting the peace of the State.
A statement by Mr. Humwashi Wonosikou, Governor Fintiri’s Press Secretary said the Order to be cited as “Adamawa State Restriction of Movement of Motorcycles Executive Order No 1, 2022” comes into effect on Tuesday 8th February, 2022 until further notice.
The Executive Order prescribes a penalty of six months imprisonment with an option of N100,000 naira fine or both, in addition to forfeiting the motorcycle to the Government if found guilty for violation of the Order.
The Order also states that any person found on a Motorcycle stationary or in motion, within the prohibited time whether as a rider or passenger shall be liable to prosecution.
The Police and other Security Agencies have been directed to arrest and prosecute any person found contravening this Executive Order.
“This Order further reinforces Executive Order one of 2021 which categorizes areas specifically mentioned in the Order.
“Activities of such miscreants as unacceptable, they have become a threat to the peace, wellbeing, security and stability of the state’s Political and Economic Systems, as well as their effect on continuous development which must be effectively curtailed.
“No responsible government will allow criminals to threaten the peace of the State, but must ensure that all residents of Girei and Yola South Local Government Areas live free from thuggery, robbery, theft, maiming, kidnapping, and other criminal activities.
However, “only those with genuine reasons, such as seeking Medical attention, providing care and assistance to the vulnerable or travelling for purpose of work classified as essential service are exempted, but must justify it as reasonable cause to the Law Enforcement Agencies and the Courts,” the statement said.
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