The Lagos state announcement on the ban of motorcycles and
tricycles across the state does not in any way extend to the mobility of motorbikes
popularly known as Power-bikes. In accordance with the official gazette of Lagos
state on August 3rd, 2012 (No. 27, Vol 45). Motorcycles below 200cc
engine capacity shall not be used or operated on bridges and carriage roads
with two or more lanes in opposite directions;
as a motorbike rider, you are eligible to ply the roads of Lagos state
provided you fulfill these conditions;
1.
Is your Motor
2.
Do you carry a valid riders card/riding licence?
3.
Are you wearing a protective helmet?
4.
Is your motorbike duly registered with an
original plate number of any state of this federation?
5.
Do you have a valid insurance for your
motorbike?
6.
Do you have a valid road worthiness permit for
your motorbike?
If your answers to the above mentioned questions are “YES”, then
you are good to go anywhere in Lagos state. Should you be accosted by any law
enforcement agent of the state while riding your motorbike, kindly be
respectful and provide answers to their questions.
Motorbike riders are law
abiding citizens and they always support any government initiative that upholds
sanity on our roads.
In case you have any unresolved issue with any law
enforcement agent regarding your mobility with your motorbike in Lagos state,
kindly contact Gbolahan of Bikers Academy on 08032581200
Live to Ride, Ride to Live!!!
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