Abuja Taxi Regulations: Wike Declares Unpainted Vehicles Off-Limits For Passengers

Abuja Taxi Regulations: Wike Declares Unpainted Vehicles Off-Limits For Passengers
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has revealed plans to gradually eliminate tricycle operations in certain areas of Abuja’s city centre. This announcement was made during the launch of the FCT Renewed Hope Youth Empowerment Programme on Thursday.

Wike emphasized the Federal Government’s commitment to enhancing the lives of young people in the FCT through this initiative. He clarified, “I’m not saying there will be no more Keke. There will still be designated areas for them, but we will pilot this scheme in Maitama, Guzape, and Asokoro to see how it works. We believe it will succeed because the President is committed to the welfare of all citizens.”

Highlighting security concerns, Wike noted that some tricycle and taxi operators have been linked to criminal activities. He announced plans to implement security profiling for all commercial bus and taxi drivers in the FCT, emphasizing that they must adhere to the designated Abuja taxi color starting in January next year.

“From January, no one will be allowed to operate as a taxi or bus driver without security clearance and approval, as well as the appropriate vehicle color,” he stated. Wike reassured the public that measures would be taken to ensure an adequate supply of vehicles to prevent shortages.

He also tasked Abdullahi Ango, the Mandate Secretary for the Youth Development Secretariat, with developing programs that focus on skill acquisition for youth. Wike stated he would not approve funding for conferences that do not directly benefit young people. Additionally, he announced plans to revive an abandoned skills acquisition centre in Nyanya to provide training in ICT and other relevant fields.

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