The Kano State Police Command, in collaboration with other security agencies in the state, has reiterated the enforcement of the existing ban on the conveyance of passengers on all forms of motorcycles and the restriction of commercial tricycles from operating between 10:00 pm and 6:00 am daily in the state.
Spokesperson of the Command, CSP Abdullahi Kiyawa, said the laws providing for these bans as earlier announced by the Kano State Government, remain in full force across Kano Municipal, Gwale, Dala, Fagge, Nassarawa, Tarauni, Kumbotso, Ungogo (Jido Area) and Dawakin Kudu (Tambuwal, Gurjiya and Jido Ward)
He added that the enforcement team is empowered to effectively profile individuals that flagrantly defy the ban and restriction, and help to curb the spread of unverified and misleading information that could instill fear and confusion among the public.
Kiyawa reminded the public, particularly operators of motorcycles and commercial tricycles, that the measures were designed to enhance public safety and security across the state, warning that any person found operating motorcycles or tricycles in contravention of the ban or restriction will be promptly arrested and prosecuted in accordance with the law.
“The Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, PhD, urges all residents to comply with these regulations and extend their cooperation to law enforcement agencies in ensuring peace and order in Kano State. Additionally, the public is encouraged to report any violations or suspicious activities to the nearest police station.
“This security partnership, which also incorporates the services of the Kano Road and Traffic Agency (KAROTA), will take necessary measures to ensure full compliance with these directives for the safety and security of all residents.