Breaking: Abeokuta South Legislative Council Suspends Helmet, Side Mirror Fines, Summons Necad Nerrow Management

May 5, 2025 | Abeokuta, Ogun State  

The Abeokuta South Local Government Legislative Council has directed Necad Nerrow Nigeria Limited to immediately halt the collection of fines on helmets and side mirrors from commercial motorcycle operators within the council area.  

The resolution, tagged House Resolution No. 7, was passed during the council’s sitting on Monday, May 5, 2025, following tensions between Necad Nerrow’s management and the Arewa faction of Okada riders.  

Key Directives:  
1. Suspension of Fines:  The enforcement of penalties for helmet and side mirror violations has been put on hold until further notice.  
2. Summons for Necad Nerrow Boss: Mr. Olayinka Nurudeen Adenuga the Executive Officer of Necad Nerrow, is to appear before the council on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, by 10:00 AM for further discussions.  
3. Riders’ Associations to Meet: Two representatives each from four major motorcycle associations—ACOMORAN, AMORAN, ROMO, and the Arewa Motorcycles Riders Association—must appear before the council by 1:00 PM on the same day.  

The council, led by Hon. Ogundairo Jamiu, emphasized the need for prompt compliance to resolve the ongoing dispute.  

More details to follow as the situation develops.

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