Lira taxi drivers to get licences in mass exercise according to Mr Okao Kizito.
By Alele Ronald Ongwech
Lira— Hundreds of taxi drivers and conductors in Lira City are set to benefit from a mass driving licence processing exercise starting November 22, 2026.
The exercise will be held at the Amolatar Taxi Stage terminal, Ohuru Bar, and is organised by the Lira Amolatar Taxi Drivers and Conductors Association.
According to Mr Kizito Okao, the Chief Executive Officer of the association, the exercise will cover new licences, renewal of expired and lapsed licences, recovery of lost licences, class extension and other related services.
Mr Okao, who is also the Regional Coordinator for Defensive Driving in Lango, said the association wants to bring services closer to drivers to save them time and money.
“We are bringing services closer to our people. This is a golden opportunity for every driver and conductor to regularise their documents without the usual hustle of travelling long distances,” he said.
He said the association office is already open for early registration and urged drivers and conductors to register in advance to avoid last-minute congestion.
Mr Okao said proper licensing is not only a legal requirement but also a safety and professional imperative.
He warned that driving without a valid licence exposes drivers to penalties and compromises road safety.
Drivers and conductors can get more information from the association office at Amolatar Taxi Stage, Ohuru Bar, or call 0392 153 777.
Mr Okao advised members to carry all necessary documents and arrive early.
The initiative has been welcomed by drivers who say it will reduce the risk of falling prey to middlemen.
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