Boda boda riders who use the Itumbe-Nyakegogi shopping center route of Gisaiga Sub-Location in Sameta Sub-County have been urged to observe traffic rules during this festive season in order to avert accidents.
Area assistant chief James Mogo has warned boda boda riders in the area against breaking the traffic rules this Christmas festive season which leads to the detriment of other road users' safety and lives.
Speaking to the riders at Nyakegogi shopping center on Wednesday morning, Mogo underscored the importance of the riders observing traffic rules to avoid causing avoidable accidents during this festive season.
Mogo further warned the riders against excessive consumption of alcohol while on duty reminding them that the situation will compromise their concentration while riding and contribute to accidents which would have been avoided if they were sober.