Illegal Tolls: Ogun cracks down on unapproved motorcycle associations

Premium Times NigeriaIndependentCenter2 hr. ago

The Ogun State Government in Nigeria has launched a crackdown on unapproved motorcycle operators' associations that illegally collect revenues and levies from commercial motorcycle operators. The government stated that only three associations, ROMO, AMORAN, and ACCOMORAN, are officially recognized. It accused groups like ANACOWA and AKMODE Transport Limited of violating state regulations by collecting taxes and fees without authorization from the Ministry of Transportation or the Internal Revenue Service. The government emphasized that mere registration with the Corporate Affairs Commission does not grant permission to operate commercial motorcycle services or collect government revenues. It also clarified that a 2023 court ruling upholding the constitutional right to form associations did not authorize these groups to collect taxes or operate commercially. The state ordered the unauthorized groups to stop their activities immediately, warning of potential legal action.

Bias read (Center): The article presents the government's position on regulating commercial motorcycle operations without overtly endorsing or criticizing specific political factions. While the issue involves regulatory enforcement, the tone remains neutral, focusing on legal compliance rather than ideological advocacy

The PunchIndependentCenter4 hr. ago

The Ogun State Government in Nigeria has launched a crackdown on unauthorized motorcycle operators' associations, demanding they cease collecting illegal fees and revenues from commercial motorcycle operators. Only three associations, ROMO, AMORAN, and ACCOMORAN, are recognized and allowed to operate within the state. The government warned that unapproved groups like ANACOWA and AKMODE Transport Limited are violating regulations, threatening public safety, and illegally collecting taxes that should go to the state. It emphasized that while forming associations is constitutionally protected, this does not automatically grant permission to conduct regulated commercial activities without proper licenses. The government also clarified that a recent court ruling supporting the rights of these groups does not override state policies on licensing and regulation.

Bias read (Center): The article presents the government's stance on regulating motorcycle associations without overtly favoring either side. It includes official statements and clarifies legal interpretations, maintaining neutrality in framing the issue.