FCT Police Investigate Clash Between VIO Officials and Okada Riders

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has initiated an investigation into a clash that occurred on September 17 at approximately 7 p.m. in the Life Camp area of Abuja. This incident involved officials from the Vehicle Inspection Office (VIO) and commercial motorcyclists, commonly referred to as okada riders.

The confrontation began when a VIO operative, part of the FCT Administration’s task force, had an altercation with an okada rider, which escalated into a larger confrontation. The police, through their Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, confirmed the incident and stated that the Commissioner of Police for the FCT Command, CP Ahmed Muhammed Sanusi, has ordered an immediate and thorough investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the clash.

The police assured the public that normalcy has been restored in the area and urged residents to remain calm and continue their lawful activities while updates on the investigation will be provided as it progresses.