The Enugu State Government has suspended all transport-related enforcement activities ahead of the 2025 Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Annual General Conference, scheduled to hold in Enugu from August 25 to 29.
This decision was announced in a statement released on Thursday by the State Commissioner for Transport, Dr. Obi Ozor, who said the suspension would remain in effect until Monday, September 1.
“This moratorium is to ensure seamless mobility and eliminate friction during the NBA conference. It applies to all Ministry of Transport enforcement operations, including those carried out by contractors,” Ozor said.
He emphasized that during this period, the focus of transport officers must shift entirely to traffic management, particularly around key locations such as the International Conference Centre and surrounding routes where congestion is expected due to the anticipated 20,000 visitors.
Officers have been instructed to direct traffic proactively and maintain order at major junctions, terminals, and access points, avoid harassment or intimidation of motorists and stand down on all non-emergency enforcement, except in cases involving safety, accidents, or life-threatening hazards.
Ozor warned that any officer or contractor found violating these directives would face disciplinary actions, including immediate dismissal or contract termination.
The Commissioner also urged local government transport units and the Enugu State Internal Revenue Service (ESIRS) to support the effort by providing temporary parking areas and maintaining order throughout the weeklong event.
In preparation for the conference, the ministry had earlier restricted vehicular movement in certain areas of the city to ease traffic flow and enhance security.
Prohibited routes include:
Sullivan Junction / Roban
Niger Foundation Junction
Rangers Avenue
Cubana Junction
Nkpokiti Junction
IMT by SPAR Junction
ESBS Junction
Agric Bank Junction
Toscana Junction
Non-restricted areas include:
Presidential Road (up to First Bank/Nkpokiti Junction)
MSP, Uwani, Timber, Maryland, ESBS, Monkey Junction
Lomalinda, Agric Bank, Independence Layout Police Station
Bisalla Road, Roban Stores Junction
House of Assembly Quarters Road, Ogui Road
Obiagu Road, Zik Avenue, New Haven, Abakiliki Road, Agbani Road
Motorists are advised to plan their routes accordingly and comply with all traffic guidelines during the conference period.
“These temporary measures are necessary to ensure the success of the NBA Conference while minimizing inconvenience to road users,” the ministry added.
