The Rivers State Police Command has restated that the restriction on the movement of tricycles from 10pm across the state remains in force as part of intensified efforts to combat “one-chance” robberies, kidnappings and other violent crimes.
The command also announced fresh security measures aimed at improving public safety and curbing criminal activities involving commercial vehicles.
In a statement issued on Sunday by the Police Public Relations Officer, Agabe Blessing Kaborlo, the command said the directives were in line with the orders of the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, and under the leadership of the Commissioner of Police in Rivers State, Olugbenga Adepoju.
According to the police, operators and owners of tricycles were advised to comply strictly with the existing restriction, warning that violators and individuals linked to criminal activities would face arrest and prosecution.
The command said the renewed enforcement forms part of proactive measures to tackle the increasing cases of “one-chance” attacks and abductions within the state.
As part of additional security directives scheduled to take effect from May 18, 2026, the police announced that commercial tricycles, popularly known as Keke-bus, must not use tinted glass or coverings capable of concealing the identities of passengers.
It warned that any tricycle found violating the order would be impounded, while operators involved would be arrested and prosecuted.
The police also prohibited the concealment, alteration or use of vehicles without registration plate numbers, stressing that offenders would be arrested without delay.
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In the same vein, the command declared that the use of unregistered vehicles across Rivers State would no longer be tolerated, urging owners to regularise their vehicle documentation immediately.
The police further called for stronger collaboration between local security outfits, community stakeholders and Divisional Police Officers to enhance intelligence gathering and coordinated responses to crime.
The command advised residents to avoid boarding vehicles or tricycles from isolated or poorly lit areas, especially at night, and warned against entering vehicles with suspicious occupants or heavily tinted interiors.
Residents were also encouraged to share trip details with relatives, avoid displaying valuables openly during transit, and discreetly document vehicle details before boarding.
The command reaffirmed its commitment to protecting lives and property, urging residents to remain vigilant and cooperate with security agencies in the fight against crime across the state.