By Abba Dukawa
The Kano State Police Command, in collaboration with other security agencies, hereby reiterates the strict enforcement of the existing ban on the conveyance of passengers on all forms of motorcycles. It also enforces the restriction on commercial tricycles from operating between *10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.* daily throughout the state.
These regulations, previously announced by the Kano State Government, remain fully in force in the following Local Government Areas:Kano Municipal, Gwale,Dala, Fagge, Nassarawa, Tarauni, Kumbotso, Ungogo (Jido Area) and Dawakin Kudu (Tambuwal, Gurjiya, and Jido Ward)
This was disclosed in a press release issued by CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, Police Public Relations Officer, on behalf of the Commissioner of Police, Kano State Command, on Monday.
The enforcement team has been mandated to profile individuals who disregard these directives and to counter the spread of unverified or misleading information that could cause fear and confusion among the public.
The statement further said the Command reminds the public—particularly motorcycle and commercial tricycle operators—that these measures are intended to enhance safety and security across the state.
Accordingly any person operating motorcycles or tricycles in violation of the ban or restriction will be promptly arrested and prosecuted in accordance with the law.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, PhD, calls on all residents to comply with these regulations and to cooperate fully with law‑enforcement agencies in maintaining peace and order in Kano State.
Members of the public are encouraged to report violations or suspicious activities to the nearest police station or via the Command’s emergency numbers: *08032419754, 08123821575, or 09029292926*.
This security partnership, which includes the Kano Road and Traffic Agency (KAROTA), will continue to take all necessary measures to ensure full compliance with these directives for the safety and security of all residents.
