The Plateau State Government has issued a 72-hour ultimatum to all motorcycle operators to vacate the Jos-Bukuru metropolis, citing a violation of the longstanding ban on motorcycles within the Greater Jos Master Plan.
The directive follows reports of an influx of over 400 motorcycles into the city, sparking concerns about public safety, traffic disruption, and non-compliance with state regulations.
Authorities have described the development as a clear breach of existing laws prohibiting motorcycle operations in designated areas of the capital region.
Commissioner for Transportation, Davou Jatau Gyang, confirmed the ultimatum in an official statement on Tuesday. “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,” he warned.
To enforce the ban, the government has deployed mobile courts across the Jos-Bukuru metropolis. Offenders caught operating motorcycles in restricted areas will be prosecuted immediately.
The state reiterated that the motorcycle ban within the Greater Jos area remains in full effect and is non-negotiable. Officials say the move is part of broader efforts to address urban transportation challenges and mitigate the risks of accidents and criminal activity linked to motorcycle use in the metropolis.
Gyang urged residents to cooperate with law enforcement and called on motorcycle operators to comply with the directive to avoid sanctions. “We understand the role motorcycles play in transport, but everyone must operate within the boundaries of the law for the greater good of the community,” he said.