By Adesakin Adefemi
The Oyo State Road Traffic Management Authority (OYRTMA) has launched a statewide enforcement of QR code jacket policy, apprehending no fewer than 60 commercial motorcycles for non-compliance across parts of Ibadan.
The enforcement exercise, which officially began on Tuesday, was carried out in major locations including Mokola, Gate Bus Stop, Idi-Ape, Iwo Road, and other strategic areas within the city.
The move is aimed at strengthening regulation, improving security, and ensuring accountability among commercial motorcycle operators. Speaking during the operation, the Chairman of OYRTMA, Major Adekoya Adesagba (Rtd), expressed strong displeasure at the continued refusal of some riders to comply with government directives.
Adesagba described the development as unacceptable, noting that the enforcement was not intended to punish operators but to safeguard lives and maintain order on the roads. “It is unfortunate that despite repeated warnings and sensitization, some motorcycle operators still choose to disregard government directives,” he said.
The OYRTMA chairman warned that the agency would not tolerate any act of defiance, stressing that the enforcement would be sustained across the state until full compliance is achieved. “The Oyo State Government is committed to creating a safer and more organized transport system,” Adesagba said.
The General Manager of OYRTMA, Commander Adeoye Adekola, also spoke during the operation, warning against the use of fake QR code jackets. He advised operators who had registered with unauthorized sources to re-register through approved government channels at the Secretariat.
Adekola assured residents that the enforcement exercise would continue in other zones of the agency across the state, urging the public to support the initiative as part of broader efforts to enhance safety and orderliness on Oyo roads.
The enforcement exercise has been welcomed by residents, who are calling for stricter regulations to ensure safety on the roads. Many commercial motorcycle operators, however, have expressed concerns about the cost of registering for the QR code jackets.
The OYRTMA has assured operators that the registration process is simple and straightforward, and that the agency is committed to working with stakeholders to ensure a smooth transition to the new system.
The crackdown is expected to continue, with OYRTMA officials set to intensify patrols and checks across the state to ensure compliance with the QR code jacket policy.
