The Chairman of Ikot Ekpene Local Government Area, Hon. Aniefiok Nkom, has banned the illegal and indiscriminate parking of vehicles across the metropolis, directing all motorists to use the designated public motor park.
Hon. Nkom gave the directive during a recent meeting with the leadership of motor park operators at the newly established public motor park located along Ebu Road in Ikot Ekpene.
As part of efforts to regulate motor park operations within the area, the Chairman warned that “defaulters will face the full wrath of the law.”
He expressed concern over the growing trend of “indiscriminate parking of vehicles by commuters on every street corner,” especially within the town center, which he said contributes to traffic congestion and endangers the safety of pedestrians and other road users.
Hon. Nkom appealed to both residents and motorists to comply fully with the government’s directive.
“Ikot Ekpene is a decent city and a gateway to the State. As such, the aesthetic ambience of the metropolis must be preserved,” he said.
“Having vehicles littered along street corners distorts the serenity and beauty of the city. We have a standard that must be upheld,” he added.
The Council Chairman further urged commuters to board vehicles only at official and authorized parks and to stop patronizing roadside transport operators.
He also disclosed that an agreement has been signed between the Local Government Council and motor park officials to ensure strict compliance with the new directive.
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