Delta Govt Cracks Down on Revenue Collectors Harming Truck Drivers

Delta State authorities have ordered the arrest of illegal revenue collectors who were extorting and harassing truck drivers on a federal highway. The decision aims to curb extortion and harassment in the area.

The Delta State Government has issued a directive for the arrest of individuals engaged in illegal revenue collection activities on the Federal Highway at Anifekede, Ika South Local Government Area. According to reports, these collectors have been extorting and harassing truck drivers along the highway, posing a significant threat to road safety and the livelihoods of commercial vehicle operators. Authorities have vowed to take swift action against those involved in this illicit practice, which has long plagued the region. The arrests are part of an ongoing effort to crack down on corruption and ensure a safer transportation environment for all users of the highway.