TRACE Officials Allegedly Drag Okada Rider, Passenger Injured at Sabo Market.

A female passenger was reportedly injured after falling from a commercial motorcycle during an encounter between the rider and officials of the Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Agency (TRACE) at Sabo Market in Sagamu, Ogun State, on Monday, September 28, 2026.

According to eyewitnesses, the incident occurred when TRACE officials allegedly accosted the commercial motorcyclist while he was conveying the woman through the market area. Witnesses claimed that the officials attempted to stop the rider, leading to a struggle while the motorcycle was still in motion.

During the encounter, the rider reportedly lost control of the motorcycle, causing the female passenger to fall onto the ground. She was said to have landed heavily on her chest and was reportedly in visible pain following the incident.

A trader who witnessed the incident described the situation as distressing, alleging that the officials subsequently left the scene.

Another eyewitness expressed concern over the manner in which traffic enforcement was carried out, saying that enforcement activities should be conducted in a way that does not put motorists, passengers or other road users at unnecessary risk.

The incident has reportedly generated reactions among some traders and residents around the market, with calls for traffic enforcement officials to exercise greater caution when stopping commercial motorcyclists.

As of the time of filing this report, the condition of the injured passenger could not be independently confirmed. It was also unclear whether she received medical attention or whether any official action had been taken regarding the incident.TRACE had not publicly issued a statement responding to the allegations as of press time.

Authorities may need to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident to establish what happened and determine whether any enforcement procedures were breached.