Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi has decried the growing spate of political violence in various communities, saying he would consider banning commercial motorcycle operations in the state.

Mr Umahi said this on Sunday in Abakaliki during a state-wide fasting and prayer service held by the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) and widows.

The programme, in conjunction with the Ebonyi State government at the Christian Ecumenical Worship Centre in Abakaliki, was to pray for peaceful elections.

“I have learnt that most of the killings are being carried out by motorcycle operators.

“Well, for this, I may consider the banning of motorcycles anywhere in the state until after the election,” the governor said.

He expressed worry over the incessant attacks and killings in the state by political thugs, warning those involved to desist from such unlawful and heinous acts. 

The governor noted that there was a need for security agencies to be furnishing the government with information in its effort to check instances of security breaches for action.

On cash crunch, he urged security agencies to ensure the safety of customers and financial institutions.

Earlier, Rev Fr Abraham Nwali, the Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to the governor on religious and welfare matters, said there was a need for fasting and prayers for successful, peaceful, and credible elections in the country.

Mr Nwali described peace as a great gift to humanity. 

(NAN)