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Oyo assembly moves to curb multiple levies, harassment of commercial drivers

The lawmakers also emphasised the need for decisive measures to curb illegal revenue collection and end the harassment of commercial drivers.

• February 5, 2026
Oyo State House of Assembly
Oyo State House of Assembly

The Oyo State House of Assembly on Thursday urged the executive to swiftly take action to streamline levies and eliminate illegal operators masquerading as revenue agents.

The lawmakers also emphasised the need for decisive measures to curb illegal revenue collection and end the harassment of commercial drivers, tricyclists, and motorcyclists to promote order, fairness, and effective service delivery in the state’s transport sector.

This followed a motion co-sponsored by Rasaq Mabaje, representing Ido State Constituency, on “Need to Curb Illegal Revenue Collection, Multiple Stickers, and Harassment of Commercial Drivers, Tricyclists, and Motorcyclists in Oyo State.”

The lawmakers, who were unanimous in decrying the development, said the assembly had taken cognisance of persistent complaints from transport operators burdened by overlapping levies, unauthorised collections, and the proliferation of stickers imposed by different agencies and individuals.

The legislators, in their separate submissions, expressed concern that the absence of a clearly defined and harmonised framework for transport-related charges had created opportunities for abuse, intimidation, and extortion, particularly at motor parks and along major routes.

According to the lawmakers, commercial drivers and riders form a critical part of the state’s informal economy and should not be subjected to practices that worsen their economic hardship.

Mr Mabaje, during plenary, said the situation was not only affecting livelihood but also undermining public trust in government revenue systems.

Also, Bamidele Adeola, representing Iseyin/Itesiwaju State Constituency, said the unchecked activities of illegal collectors posed security and financial risks, warning that continued harassment could lead to unrest within the transport sector.

He urged the government to strengthen enforcement and ensure that only duly authorised agencies collect approved revenues.

Mr Adeola contended that harmonisation of transport revenues would improve accountability and transparency while boosting legitimate government income.

He added that clarity in revenue collection would also enhance service delivery and reduce friction between drivers and enforcement officials.

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