The Kwara State Government has withdrawn the operational licenses of 37 private motor parks and recertified only 12 following a comprehensive inspection of transport and environmental safety standards across the state.
This was disclosed on Wednesday in Ilorin during the official presentation of renewed certificates to the 12 certified operators by the State Ministry of Transportation.
According to a statement by the Ministry’s spokesman, Alabere Ahmed, the newly recertified parks include: Ilorin Emirate Transport Service; KASMAG Line; Success Express Transport Service; RASYAU Travel & Tours Ltd; Fayos Motors Transport Service; Okin Motors & Sons Nig. Ltd; Alubarika Decency Motors; Femali (FM) Nig. Ltd; Bekki & Sons Motors; Young Legacy Line; Royal Ryders Super Express; and Laraku Motors.
Commissioner for Transportation, Aliyu Kora-Sabi, said the recertification process aims to promote public safety and environmental responsibility in the transport sector, noting that motor parks play a vital role in protecting lives and ensuring smooth commuting.
“By certifying these motor parks, we are equipping our community with the tools necessary to ply our roads safely. Today, as we certify you as recognized motor parks, let it be a reminder of our collective duty to protect one another. Let us work together to ensure that everyone understands the importance of taking safety measures while plying our roads,” he said. “Our roads are a source of livelihood, but they also pose risks that must be addressed.”
He added that the exercise aligns with Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq’s vision for a safer and more efficient transportation system.
He also lauded the recent launch of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses as a crucial step in mitigating economic challenges while promoting sustainable transportation alternatives.
Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Salau Abdullahi, explained that the recertification followed an extensive inspection of facilities across all motor parks, emphasizing that the process would be continuous.
Also speaking, the Director of Transport, Engr. Michael Bamidele, revealed that only 12 out of 49 private parks met the state's regulatory standards, underscoring the government’s commitment to a safe and clean operating environment.
Speaking on behalf of the certified operators, CEO of KASMAG Line, Abdulganiyu Omoola, expressed gratitude to the government for the initiative and pledged their collective commitment to ensuring passenger safety and service excellence.
Dignitaries at the event included Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Security, Alhaji Muyideen Aliyu; Senior Special Assistant on Transportation, Hon. Ibrahim Orire; Technical Assistant to the Governor on Transport, Alhaji Musbau Abubakar; and representatives of the Police, NSCDC, FRSC, and various transport associations.
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