Vice President Koung Launches “OKADAMOTTO” Mobile Application to Empower Motorcyclists

By: Geeplay Ezekiel Geeplay

Montserrado County, Monrovia- January  21, 2025 – Vice President Hon. Jeremiah Kpan Koung has officially launched the mobile application “OKADAMOTTO,” encouraging motorcyclists across the country to view motorbike riding not as a permanent occupation, but as a stepping stone toward achieving their goals.

During the launch event held at Paynesville City Hall on Tuesday, Vice President Koung urged motorcyclists to invest wisely in their riding activities.

He emphasized the importance of focus as it relates to achieving one’s goal is business; sharing insights from his experiences having engaged in various business ventures, including money exchange and taxi driving.

In addition, Vice President Koung called on unions involved in motorcycle transportation to work together as a unified body for the benefit of all operators. He added that by working as one entity, would not only give them a strong voice but it could helped them stemmed criminals and those who are bent on misrepresenting their trade.

He also urged, “Heavy-duty vehicle operators to exercise caution while driving within city limits to ensure harmonious coordination with motorcyclists.”

According to Dr. Mohammed Sumaila, Chief Executive Officer of the establishment, the mobile application has been developed to provide a convenient platform for booking motorcycles, facilitating easier movement and navigation.

Meanwhile some citizens who graced the lunch ceremony expressed their happiness ,saying that at least when motorcyclists are properly unionized and coordinated via the mobile application it will lead to the reduction of motorcycle-riding associated crimes as well as make it easy for passengers to easily and quickly get a ride whenever the need arises to do so.

Edited: Jesefu Morris Keita