Enugu Govt Reportedly Seize Tricycles Over Riders' Refusal to Join The APC Rally (VID)

Residents of Enugu State have expressed frustration over the reported scarcity of commercial tricycles, popularly known as keke, following allegations that some riders were compelled to attend the Tinubu One Million-Man March held at Okpara Square.

According to reports and videos circulating on social media, some keke riders who allegedly refused to participate in the rally were arrested, while others reportedly had their tricycles confiscated for operating during the event.

The development has sparked reactions among residents, many of whom questioned why commercial transport operators should allegedly be pressured into attending a political rally instead of going about their daily businesses.

For many keke riders, every day on the road is an opportunity to earn money to feed their families and meet their financial responsibilities. The reported disruption has therefore raised concerns about the impact of political activities on ordinary workers and residents who depend on commercial tricycles for transportation.

Some residents have questioned whether participation in a political rally should be a matter of personal choice, rather than an obligation imposed on transport operators.

The allegations have also triggered wider conversations about political freedom, workers’ rights and the responsibility of government officials to respect citizens’ choices, regardless of their political affiliations.

However, the claims of arrests and tricycle confiscations have not been independently verified, and it remains unclear whether the relevant authorities have officially addressed the allegations.

“How Is APC Forcing Keke Riders to Attend Its Rally?” — Enugu State residents lament the scarcity of keke riders today, accusing the government of forcing them to attend the Peter Mbah/Tinubu march at Okpara Square. https://t.co/LMVB12GSy1

— CHUKS (@ChuksEricE) October 17, 2026