TRANSPORTATION: Lagosians cry out

Distraught Lagosians are calling on the Lagos State government to provide alternative means of transportation after the ban on okada

When the Lagos State Governor, Babatunde Raji Fashola (SAN) banned the activities of commercial motorcyclists popularly known as okada riders on 475 routes in Lagos State, some Lagosians welcomed the idea as a good move to reduce crime, while others see it as inhumane and inconsiderate act by the government. With their experiences following the ban, many Lagosians are now worried over the harsh consequences of the ban on okada in Lagos.

I cannot begin to describe the long distances I have had to walk and endless queues/crowd at bus stops. I still agree with the government on the ban but more roads should be made accessible and more public buses should be provided.