The Rivers State Police Command has reaffirmed its restrictions on tricycles and motorcycles, saying that they remain fully in force.

In a press statement released on Sunday, the Rivers police spokesperson, ASP Agabe Blessing Kaborlo, said this is in line with the directives of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu, under the leadership of the Commissioner of Police, Rivers State Command, CP Olugbenga Adepoju.

ASP Kaborlo also warned passengers against entering “one-chance” vehicle, while announcing new security measures across Rivers State.

“The Rivers State Police Command wishes to remind members of the public that the existing restriction on the movement of tricycles from 10:00 pm remains fully in force across the state. Operators and owners are strongly advised to comply strictly with this directive,” the statement read.

This enforcement, according to Kaborlo takes immediate effect as part of intensified efforts to curb the growing menace of “one-chance” robberies, abductions, and other violent crimes in Rivers State, with a stern warning that any individual or group found involved in such criminal activities will be decisively dealt with in accordance with the law.

She added that in furtherance to the command’s proactive crime prevention strategy,  CP Adepoju has also directed the implementation of some security measures which will take effect from 18th May, 2026.

“No Commercial Keke-Bus should be fitted with tinted glass or covered in any manner capable of concealing the identity of passengers or occupants. Any commercial keke-Bus found violating this directive will be impounded, while the operator will be arrested and prosecuted accordingly,” she warned.

“The covering, alteration, driving without plate number or concealment of vehicle plate numbers is strictly prohibited. The Commissioner of Police has directed the arrest of offenders without hesitation.

“The use of unregistered vehicles within the State is prohibited and will no longer be tolerated. Owners and operators of such vehicles are advised to regularize their documentation without delay.”

The command has further emphasised the importance of collaboration of local security outfits, community stakeholders with the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) within their respective jurisdictions to strengthen intelligence gathering, improve coordinated responses and enhance public safety across Rivers State.