THE Association of Motorcycle Transport Union of Nigeria, MTUN, Anambra and Association of Tricycle Transport Union of Nigeria, Anambra have endorsed Obiano for a second tenure.

Both bodies on Tuesday, October 24, in Awka held a rally to unanimously express their support to the present administration for involving them in decision-making.

The unions said the present government created enabling grounds for smooth transportation system, which had given them confidence to carry on their businesses.

The event, which took place at District Officers Field, Amawbia attracted virtually all the Motorcycle and Tricycle, operators known as `Okada and Keke Napep’ riders in Anambra State.

Chinwe Nwaebili, commissioner for Rail, Road and Water Transportation, said Obiano mapped out several policies to improve transportation in the state; and to give Okada and Keke riders a sense of belonging.

Jimmy Okonkwo, the member Board of Trustees, Motorcycle and Tricycle in Anambra, said that the governor had instilled peace amongst them, saying the union had been engulfed in crisis in past years.

Okonkwo described Obiano as a magnanimous man, who had given hope to the despondent in the state.

Okongwu Charles, the national president, Motorcycle Transport Union of Nigeria, MTUN, said the endorsement was a unanimous decision of the both unions, as the previous administrations had never touched their lives in by promoting their welfare.

In their different speeches, Ikechukwu Ezike, the vice-chairman Tricycle Association, and Aguluchukwu Nwosu, chairman Okada Riders Association, Awka South, noted that the security installed by Obiano government contributed to success of transport business in the state.

Victor Oye, the national chairman, All Progressive Grand Alliance, APGA, recalled the governor’s intervention through the economic stimulus package, where their daily contributions were suspended to the benefit of the cyclists.

Responding, Governor Willie Obiano advised them to refrain from using their Okada to engage in snatching and robberies, but rather report suspicious movements to appropriate authority.

Obiano said he would continue to provide them with enabling factors that would enhance transportation.

He urged them to remain resolute and always express their support to APGA, and as well secure their votes in the November 18 Governorship Election.

Obiano also presented two brand new Sienna vehicles to the two unions to assist them in projecting the good works of the governor.

Cash gift of N4 million was presented to the groups by the governor as a support.

– Oct 25, 2017 @ 16:31 GMT |