The police of Baidoa city, the capital of the Bay region, have issued directives restricting the movement of certain vehicles, specifically Fekon motorcycles and Bajaj auto-rickshaws, ordering security agencies to strictly enforce the issued commands.
The order states that the movement of certain vehicles, particularly Fekon motorcycles, has been suspended, with security forces instructed to seize any motorcycles seen operating in designated restricted zones.
According to the issued directives, all security branches operating in Baidoa are required to monitor motorcycle movements and take legal action against those found in areas designated off-limits.
Additionally, the directive mandates that starting from 12:00 AM (midnight)—as well as enforcement commencing from the evening prayer period—any Bajaj auto-rickshaw seen on city roads during these hours must be impounded.
This measure indicates that the restriction could significantly impact public transport commuting across the city, particularly vehicles operating during evening hours.
Commanders across Baidoa district police stations have been ordered to coordinate closely, exercise heightened vigilance, and fully execute the issued security commands.
This directive comes amidst ongoing operations and measures aimed at bolstering security in Baidoa.
However, no further details were provided regarding the specific security intelligence triggering the restrictions on Fekon motorcycles and Bajaj auto-rickshaws, nor the exact locations designated as restricted zones.
Furthermore, authorities have not announced the duration of the vehicle restrictions or whether these measures represent temporary emergency protocols or part of a long-term security architecture.
Fekon motorcycles and Bajaj rickshaws form a critical component of public transportation and commerce in Baidoa.
Consequently, enforcing this directive is expected to impact drivers, local businesses, and commuters relying daily on these vehicles for access to workplaces, markets, and municipal services.
Security agencies are expected to maintain enforcement, highlighting the necessity for commuters and operators to receive clear information regarding restricted zones, curfew hours, and the operational duration of the directive.