PUNCH NEWSÂ
Scores of commercial motorcyclists, also known as okada riders, on Wednesday took to the streets of Akure, the state capital, in protest against the scarcity of the new naira notes while old notes were being rejected by commercial banks.
The okada riders barricaded the Oba Adesida Road at the popular First Bank Roundabout chanting various solidarity songs, causing a traffic logjam on the road for some hours.
All commercial banks located in the area swiftly closed operations for fear of being attacked…
Connect with us on our socials: