Edo To Ban, Impound Taxis Violating Colour Code

July 16, (THEWILL) – The Edo State Traffic Control and Management Agency (EDSTMA) has concluded plans to ensure strict enforcement of colour codes for commercial taxi operators in the state.

In a statement, Managing Director, EDSTMA, Dennis Oloriegbe, said the agency is undertaking the exercise in compliance with the law and order guiding the operation of commercial vehicles in the state.

Oloriegbe said: “EDSTMA hereby reiterates Edo State Government’s existing directives on the use of unauthorized color code of all intra-state commercial vehicles within Benin metropolis except for vehicles painted with authorized color code, ‘Yellow and Red.’

“Consequently, any intra-state commercial vehicle found in breach of the above directive (s) will be impounded on sight and enforce painting before release.”