The Plateau State Government has given motorcycle riders 72 hours to leave the Jos-Bukuru metropolis. This decision follows rising concern about public safety and illegal motorcycle operations.

The ban on motorcycles in the Greater Jos Master Plan area has existed for years. However, officials say over 400 motorcycles now operate illegally in the metropolis. Authorities believe this illegal activity threatens law enforcement, causes traffic issues, and increases insecurity.

Commissioner for Transport, Davou Gyang, issued the warning on Monday. He stated the 72-hour period is the final grace given to violators.

“We are committed to upholding public safety, enforcing the law, and maintaining order. Motorcycle operators who fail to adhere to this directive will face strict legal action,” Gyang said.

Mobile courts have already been deployed in various parts of the city. These courts will try and penalize offenders immediately, with no exemptions.

Policy Aims to Cut Crime and Traffic Accidents

The state government says the motorcycle ban is part of a wider plan to improve safety and reduce congestion in urban areas. Officials believe motorcycles are often linked to criminal activity, accidents, and disorder in Jos and Bukuru.

Commissioner Gyang explained that the government is not against motorcycles as a means of transport. However, he said riders must follow the law and respect the ban within the Jos-Bukuru axis.

“We understand the role motorcycles play in transportation, but it is important that everyone operates within the boundaries of the law for the greater good of the community,” he added.

The government has directed all riders to comply immediately or risk being arrested, tried, and punished.

Enforcement Begins Immediately After Deadline

After the 72-hour window ends, security agencies and task forces will begin full-scale enforcement. Officials say there will be no further warning or delay.

Residents of Jos-Bukuru have shown mixed reactions to the announcement. Some support the ban, citing past experiences with robberies and accidents caused by reckless riders. Others worry about the impact on transport, especially in places where commercial vehicles are limited.

Meanwhile, transport unions and commercial operators are asking the government to provide alternative transport systems, such as tricycles or more buses, to reduce the hardship the ban may cause.

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