Ondo Gives Owners Seven Days to Remove Abandoned Vehicles, Boats

The Ondo State Government has ordered owners of abandoned heavy-duty vehicles, trucks, machinery and large watercraft obstructing roads and waterways across the state to remove them within seven days or risk forfeiture. The Senior Special Assistant to Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa on Emergency Response and Safety Enforcement, Wellington Adebawo, announced the directive in Akure on Wednesday, saying the move followed growing safety concerns over abandoned equipment. He said the government had conducted a survey across the state’s 18 local government areas to identify such obstructions, which could endanger motorists, pedestrians, commuters and waterway users by reducing road space, limiting visibility and creating dangerous obstacles.

Adebawo urged companies, businesses and individuals to relocate abandoned trucks, trailers, construction equipment, boats, barges and other large machinery to safe and designated locations within the stipulated period. He warned that the government would remove and impound items whose owners fail to comply, with the equipment liable to forfeiture in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. The directive takes effect from September 30 and expires on October 7, 2026, with the government stating that there will be no extension or grace period. Adebawo said the measure is aimed at preventing avoidable accidents and protecting lives and property across Ondo State.

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