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The Governor for the Northern Province, Jean Marie Vianney Gatabazi urged commercial motorcyclists in Musanze District to be active in community policing to prevent anyone that would attempt to destabilize security and peace in this festive period.
He further reminded them to ride responsibly to prevent causing or getting involved in road accidents.
The Governor made the call recently while addressing about 900 motorcyclists operating in Musanze.
He appealed to them not to be moved by celebrations and forget their duty in fighting and preventing crimes and "responsible road usage."
"Celebrate responsibly; don't ride when you are drunk, avoid using a phone when riding because it distracts your attention, and regulate your speed," Governor Gatabazi told the motorcyclists.
"When you are involved in an accident, the effects go beyond an individual; it becomes a health and national development issue as it affects families and destroys public infrastructure."
He faulted those who facilitate and work with wrongdoers like drug dealers.
The District Police Commander for Musanze, Supt. Gaspard Rwegeranya reminded motorcyclists to always be vigilant and not to transport criminals like thieves, drug traffickers.
He appealed to them to support community policing efforts against narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances by reporting dealers.
