Ikwerre LGA chairman bans motorcycles

The chairman of Ikwerre Local Government Area, Rivers State, Samuel Nwanosike, has banned motorcycles from operating at night in the local government area.

The chairman’s directive was contained in a statement by his press secretary, Chris Omodu.

Omodu explained that the ban is to help curb the spread of cult-related activities within the neighbouring Emohua Local Government Area.

According to the statement, the ban takes effect immediately and is effective from 7 pm to 6 am daily.

He also charged security agencies to execute the order with immediate effect and without compromise.

Emohua LGA has been grappling with insecurity and has, since the 2023 general elections, become a den of criminals.