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    Lagosians cry out as Okada ban makes them trek

    By Apegg AdeneyoFebruary 3, 2020

    Lagosians are currently complaining about trekking due to the Okada ban placed by the Lagos State Government.

    The ban which which took effect on February 1 also affects tricycles with many of them now off the road for fear of having their machines seized.

    Reacting to the stress this has subjected them to, Lagosians took to social media as seen below.

    https://twitter.com/ola_lagos/status/1224188139259998208?s=20

    Dear Lagosians, kindly stay safe out there. Don’t accept every lift offer you get from any vehicle when trekking to your bus stop or office.

    It’s better to trek few distances than to get missing.
    Stay safe and observant.💙

    — Tife 🌚🇬🇧 (@Tife_fabunmi) February 3, 2020

    Dear Lagosians, kindly set your alarms for 3am. Za trekking
    will be more like when Israelites left Egypt😀
    Items needed for the trip:
    1. Flat slippers so your shoe no go chop ( i dey sell ✌️😀)
    2. carry water bottle
    3. Handkerchief
    4. Bodyspray n deodorant
    5. Healthy snacks pic.twitter.com/6Bpd98GvWX

    — BlaQLaneQa(DressesShoesBagsandSneakers) (@jlckaima) February 2, 2020

    Dear Lagosians, to avoid running late for work, since there's no Keke or bike.
    I have this solution for you, available in all sizes.

    Kindly RT, my customer is on your TL. pic.twitter.com/rsZhE1UNvP

    — Viktoh🇺🇸🦅 (@Viktoh_TM) February 2, 2020

    Dear Lagosians, I just want to remind you that nothing is permanent. Your trekking will end soon, you will buy your dream car before the of this year. IJN, Amen

    — Charles E. O. 🍁(20-oct-2020) (@OziboOfficial) February 3, 2020
    https://twitter.com/Pinkbee_/status/1224061218081689601?s=20

    Dear Lagosians, when you're in traffic and there's no bike just remember that a journey of a thousand miles begins with a step

    So walk it like I talk it 😂

    — Sir Vage 🇦🇷 (@sammie_chika) February 3, 2020

    I know some dear Lagosians that'll rather die in Traffic or of trekking than relocate to Ibadan.
    Stay strong mates. pic.twitter.com/9ToWv7d5KD

    — Coach Carter 🧸 (@emekah_) February 3, 2020
    https://twitter.com/Kayman_007/status/1224217519000621056?s=20

    Meanwhile, the Lagos State Government has stated that its ban on commercial motorcycles and tricycles has been widely accepted by Lagosians due to their compliance.

    statement on Facebook reads

    “The government of Lagos State praises motorcycle and tricycle operators for complying with the restriction from six local government areas, major highways and bridges. The enforcement of the State Security Council’s order began on Saturday, February 1, 2020.
    The level of compliance was over 90 %. In fact, some of the ride hailing companies directed their riders to obey the directive. This is commendable.

    “The high level of compliance has shown that Lagosians agree with the government on the need to stop the danger that commercial motorcycles and tricycles have become – a big threat to safety of lives and security of our people. They should stand firm in supporting the government.

    “The little discomfort experienced by commuters on some routes due to the absence of motorcycles and tricycles is noted. This will not last as alternatives are being rolled out.

    “A fleet of 65 buses will join the others on some major routes as from Monday , February 3, 2020: No less than 550 more buses are being expected. Besides, 14 ferries will be commissioned on Tuesday. This will further open up the waterways, reduce travel time on various routes and provide safe, dependable and comfortable alternatives for commuters.

    “The government is not unaware that enforcing this directive may lead to some job losses. The Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, plans to announce some measures to tackle the likely effects of the order, besides the programmes of various agencies, such as the Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF), Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Office of Civic Engagement, Lagos State Parks and Gardens and others.

    “The government hereby warns all those who are planning to unleash violence on the state because of the ongoing enforcement to have a change of heart. Lagosians are peace loving and law abiding people, who will not embrace any disruption of their legal activities by failed politicians hiding under the evil of unwholesome activism. The law enforcement agents have been directed to ensure that nobody takes the law into his hands. The government places a very high premium on law and order in the interest of all Lagosians. It will not fail to act when peace is threatened”.

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