The Oyo State Government has issued a seven-day ultimatum to all commercial motorcycle (Okada) and tricycle (Keke) operators to comply with the new digital registration and reflective jacket initiative or risk arrest and sanctions.
The Commissioner for Public Works and Transport, Abdulmojeed Mogbonjubola, announced the directive during a press briefing in Ibadan.
He explained that the initiative was part of the state government’s ongoing efforts to improve safety, accountability, and efficiency within the transport sector.
“The Oyo State Government, through the Ministry of Works and Transport, has initiated the digital registration of all commercial motorcycle and tricycle operators,” Mogbonjubola said.
“This measure ensures accurate identification, proper documentation, and enhanced safety for both commuters and operators.”
The Commissioner emphasised that starting next week, enforcement teams would begin operations in Ibadan before extending to other zones across the state in phases. Any rider found operating without valid registration or the official reflective jacket would be arrested and sanctioned in accordance with state transport regulations.
He added that the reflective jackets—officially issued by the Ministry—would serve as visible identification, promote professionalism, and enhance security on the roads.
“We urge all commercial riders to cooperate fully with this initiative,” Mogbonjubola appealed.
“This policy is not punitive but protective. It is designed to safeguard lives, improve service quality, and modernise the transport system in Oyo State.”
The Commissioner further disclosed that the ministry is working closely with local transport unions, security agencies, and community stakeholders to ensure effective compliance and public awareness.
Chairman of the Oyo State Road Traffic Management Authority (OYRTMA), Major Adesagba Adekoya (Rtd), assured that enforcement officers would operate with fairness and integrity.
“We will maintain zero tolerance for extortion or abuse of power by our officers. Our goal is to ensure compliance in a way that prioritises public safety and respects the rights of operators,” Adekoya said.
In his contribution, the consultant responsible for producing and distributing the reflective jackets, Mr. Bode Ajetunmobi, lamented the low compliance level among operators, revealing that over 10,000 jackets had already been produced but many registered riders were yet to collect theirs.
“We urge all riders to collect their jackets and complete their registration. The process is designed to promote accountability and safety while improving transport regulation across the State,” he noted.
Meanwhile, the Chairman of the Oyo State Chapter of the Amalgamated Commercial Motorcycle and Tricycle Owners and Riders Association of Nigeria (ACOMORAN), Dr. Olugbode Solomon, commended the state government for the initiative, describing it as “long overdue.”
“We appreciate the government’s efforts to bring order and safety to the transport sector. Our members will support and comply with this directive in the interest of safety and the overall development of the state,” Solomon affirmed.