Nasarawa: Motorcycle snatchers killed 10 Okada riders in 2 months – Association
From Abubakar Abdullahi, Lafia The Lafia Branch Chairman of the National Association of Okada Riders, Uba Yahaya, has said ten commercial motorcyclists were killed in Lafia, the Nasarawa State capital, in the last two months, by attackers, with all their motorcycles snatched. Yahaya disclosed this to Daily Trust, while reacting to the frequent attacks on […]
The National Association of Okada Riders in Nasarawa State has reported that ten motorcycle riders were killed and their motorcycles stolen in the past two months. Uba Yahaya, the Lafia Branch Chairman, confirmed attending the funerals of all ten victims. The attackers, he said, often pose as passengers or mechanics, wearing commercial motorcycle jackets to deceive their victims.
A relative of one victim, Abduljalal Muhammad, recounted how his brother was shot while demanding payment from a passenger. The police have advised Okada riders to avoid night travel and remain vigilant, warning that criminals lure riders with excessive fares.
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