The Ondo state government has approved the release of motorcycles impounded for flouting the ban on ‘Okada’ operation beyond 6pm to their owners.
A statement by the Special Adviser to Governor Akeredolu on security matters and commander, Ondo Amotekun Corps, Akogun Adetunji Adeleye, noted that the release order is conditional upon payment of Ten thousand naira to the coffers of the state Internal Revenue Service, ODIRS.
The statement affirmed that the ban on Okada operation beyond 6pm daily remains in force and that defaulters will now face stiffer sanctions.
Read full statement below:
Release of Impounded Motorcycles
In response to passionate appeals by persons whose motorcycles were impounded by the Ondo State Security Network Agency, Amotekun Corps, for defaulting the ban on use of motorcycle after 6pm, the Ondo
State Government has approved the release of the motorcycles as from Wednesday, 12th to Tuesday, 25th July, 2023, after payment of ₦10,000.00 (Ten Thousand Naira Only) to the Board of Internal Revenue Account.
Motorcycle operators and the general public are to note that the ban is still in force and any further violation by the same motorcyclist shall attract permanent forfeiture to government. This window is open only to those who have their motorcycles registered before they were impounded.
Evidence of ownership and particulars should be provided at the Command Headquarters of Amotekun Corps, Alagbaka, before payment.
The exercise will last until 4pm on Tuesday, 25th July, 2023.
Akogun Ade Adeleye,
Special Adviser to Governor on Security Matters Announcer.