The Government of Zamfara State has banned the movement of motorcycles in the state.
The ban came through executive order No 07, 2024 signed by Governor, Dauda Lawal, on Thursday, signed Executive Order No. 07, 2024..
A statement by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, explained that the development was part of decisions during a meeting of the Security Council.
According to the statement, “Today (Thursday), Governor Dauda Lawal signed an order to restrict and prohibit the movement of motorcycles from 8:00 pm to 6:00 am in Zamfara State.
“This is in an effort to protect the lives and property of the people as well as to curb security challenges and broaden the scope of government measures to strengthen the fight against banditry and other forms of social vices in the state.
“Effective immediately, all motorcycles are now restricted within the state between 08:00 pm and 06:00 am.
“No motorcycles are allowed to travel on any road in the state during these hours. Security agencies are instructed to arrest anyone who violates this order.
“The Attorney-General of Zamfara State is authorized to prosecute those who disobey the restriction order
