The Benue state government, Tuesday, banned the use of motorcycles in Katsina-Ala and Ukum local governments of the state, following the rise in criminal activities in the areas.
The state government has also shut all revenue collection check points except the one at the Head Bridge in Katsina-Ala.
A statement issued by the Permanent Secretary Bureau of Internal Affairs and Special Services, Mr Uyina Matthew, said the state after the State Security Council meeting in Makurdi, mandated security agents to dismantle all illegal revenue collection points and makeshift shops, adding that loitering at the Katsina-Ala Head Bridge was prohibited.
According to the statement, loading and offloading of vehicles at Takum Junction and Katsina-Ala Head Bridge was also prohibited.
The statement directed all staff of the Board of Internal Revenue Service (BIRS) to wear customised jackets and identity cards.
The council also said the use of tricycles also known as Keke and other means of transportation, apart from motorcycles, will be allowed in the two local government areas.
“Security operatives have been mandated to arrest defaulters and impound their motorcycles.
“Law-abiding residents of the affected areas are advised to go about their normal activities without fear,” the statement said.
