Anambra govt begins profiling of commercial motorcycle operators
From Chinedu Nwafor Abakaliki
Anambra State Government says it has commenced profiling of all commercial motorcycle operators otherwise known as Okada Riders in the state.
The Commissioner for Transport, Mrs. Patricia Igwebuike who disclosed this during the flag-off of the exercise in Nanka in Orumba North council, said that the exercise was very important.
She said that the ongoing enrolment was free of charge and after registration, each rider was entitled to an identification number and a vest.
She further called on the commercial motorcyclists to endeavour to pay the weekly state government levies to avoid penalties.
According to her, any registered commercial motorcyclist who pays his levies as and when due will be enrolled into Anambra Health Insurance Scheme.
She commended the convener of the event, Mr. Emeka Uganeme for the procurement of helmets for motorcyclists in the area and challenged other well-meaning individuals to emulate him.
The Chairman of the event, Chief Damian Okeke-Ogene urged commercial transporters to always ensure they take care of their health needs before plying the roads as their health and attitude will determine their use of the road.
The convener of the event, Architect Uganeme said the gesture was part of his efforts to contribute to his community especially by reducing the loss of lives often caused by motorcycle accident.
