OkadaMotto Enters Strategic Partnership with Commercial National Motor Riders Union to Empower Riders and Push for Formalization
.The Chairman of the Okada Riders Association National Board, Mohammed Tijani, has praised the Mahama-led administration for its decision to legalise the Okada business in Ghana.
Speaking with veteran broadcaster Victor Morrison during singing of Memorandum of understanding (MOU) agreement between Okada Riders Association National Board and Okada Motto Ghana to empower Okada riders, Mr. Tijani described the move as a “brilliant idea” that could significantly boost employment among the youth.
He emphasized that legalising Okada operations would not only create jobs but also contribute positively to the nation’s economy.
Mr. Tijani noted that the government’s plans to regulate the sector would help reduce the frequency of motorbike-related accidents, which he identified as a major challenge facing riders. He expressed confidence that with proper safety measures and oversight, the risks associated with Okada transport could be greatly minimized.
He further highlighted the importance of collaboration between the government and the Okada Riders Association, stating that such partnerships would enhance the welfare of riders and ensure the successful implementation of the legalisation agenda.
In his closing remarks, Mr. Tijani urged all Okada riders to strictly adhere to the safety guidelines outlined by the government.
He stressed that compliance would prevent misunderstandings and foster a healthy relationship between riders and authorities. Moreover the Chief Executive Officer for Okada Motto Ghana, Mohammed Sumaila. PHD, confirmed that Okada Riders Association is recognised by the Road Safety Commission and the Ministry of Transport and that is the reason why they called on them to see how they can work together to achieve a common goal.
He further indicated that their collaboration is to empower motor riders to carry out their activities in order to put food on the table and transform lives in the transportation sector.
” For too long we have given them names that we shouldn’t have. We only go to them when we are looking for them, especially political season, and after that, we ignore them, forgetting the role they play in the transportation sector. ”
Through the empowerment, 1,500 riders have been trained so far and are expecting more than 10,000 that are on our list to be trained, he noted.
