The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has clarified that the Federal Capital Territory Administration has not imposed a total ban on commercial motorcycles, popularly known as Okada, and tricycles, known as Keke, in Abuja.
Speaking on Sunday, Wike explained that the government would only restrict their operations in selected parts of the city as part of efforts to improve security and reduce traffic congestion.
According to him, the decision is not a complete prohibition but a targeted measure aimed at maintaining order in areas where security and traffic concerns are more pronounced.
He stated that the FCT Administration has directed security agencies to identify the specific locations where the restrictions will be enforced.
Wike further noted that commercial motorcycles remain prohibited from operating in some central districts of Abuja, while services will continue in other approved areas.
The clarification comes amid concerns among commercial motorcycle and tricycle operators over reports suggesting that the FCT Administration was planning a total ban that could affect their means of livelihood.
