By Chibuzor Ogode
In a renewed effort to sanitize major roads and public spaces within the Delta State Capital Territory, the Environmental Team of the Delta State Capital Territory Development Agency (DSCTDA) has issued a stern warning to Keke (tricycle) operators to strictly adhere to directives against indiscriminate parking.
Operators are reminded that they are only permitted to pick up and drop off passengers at designated terminals.
Speaking on Tuesday, April 16, 2025, during an engagement with Keke riders, Mr. Isaac Nwosu, Head of Environment at the DSCTDA, emphasized that the enforcement became necessary in order to restore order on the roads and ensure public safety.
He noted that unauthorized parking of tricycles poses significant risks to commuters and obstructs traffic flow.
“The state government has mandated that all Keke riders must use only approved terminals for passenger pick-up and drop-off,” Mr. Nwosu stated. “Those who violate this directive will face appropriate sanctions.
“Today’s exercise is part of a broader initiative to ensure safety and restore sanity to our roads, which are increasingly endangered by the reckless activities of some operators.”
He further directed tricycle operators to maintain cleanliness in and around their designated terminals, reinforcing the agency’s commitment to a hygienic and orderly urban environment.
The sensitization drive forms part of the DSCTDA’s ongoing Secure, Clean and Green Capital Territory campaign, aimed at promoting compliance with environmental laws, enhancing public order, and fostering a culture of cleanliness and respect for shared spaces.
Locations covered during the exercise included: Maryam Babangida Way Junction, Summit Junction (both sides of the expressway), DBS Junction, DLA Junction.
Others are Koka Roundabout, Iyaga Market Junction, Conoil Junction, Falcon Club Junction, Bonsac Junction, Ibusa Junction, FMC Roundabout, and Camp 74 Junction.