Jomvu MP Badi Twalib has warned Boda boda operators in his constituency against reckless operations.
He said that Boda boda has been very useful means of transport for locals but some would ride without adhering to the traffic rules.
Addressing locals at Jomvu, Badi said that the public transport sector has employed many youth within the constituency and that it should be treated with the utmost respect as a very useful means of public transport for all.
According to the Legislature, Boda boda operators must provide their transport services without flouting traffic rules.
“Don’t be moved by the increase of passengers during the festive season and ride recklessly, adhere to the traffic rules so that you harvest from your operations,” he said.
Badi however appealed to the traffic Police officers to avoid harassing Boda boda operators but instead dialogue with them on how best they can work within the provided traffic laws.
He said that if the youth are harassed by Police officer they will be discouraged and leave the business and indulge in criminal activities.
“Our youth have embraced self employment, we only need dialogue and understanding between them and the traffic officers for smooth Boda boda operations in our constituency,” he said.
He also cautioned the operators especially those working at night to be very careful against people who masquerade as passengers only to turn out to be armed and dangerous criminals.
