In view of the recent crisis in the State between the leadership of the association of Commercial Motorcyclists known as OKADA RIDERS and their members, the Commissioner of Police Ekiti State Police Commissioned, CP OGUNDARE DARE psc(+) fiips, today being 30/06/2023 intervened by inviting both parties to his office in order to find a lasting solution.
While addressing the parties after listening to the disagreements between the association led by the State chairman, Comrade KUNLE ASHAOLU, and the representatives of the protesting members, the Commissioner of Police charged both parties to give peace a chance and ensure that the current peaceful atmosphere being enjoyed in the State is sustained.
The Commissioner of Police implored them to cultivate the habit of channeling their complaints appropriately and in accordance with the laid down rules and regulations rather than taking laws in their hands.
Speaking in their separate remarks, both parties pledged to maintain peace and order
Meanwhile, those arrested with dangerous weapons would be charged to court accordingly.