From Wednesday (17 May), the Johor Bahru (JB) Sentral building will be opening up more parking spaces for riders.
This is to ensure riders have enough lots to park their vehicles before leaving for Singapore.
Johor chief minister Onn Hafiz Ghazi helmed the initiative by visiting the building. He ordered authorities to open up levels of the building to the public which were apparently not in use.
Earlier this year in April, The Straits Times (ST) reported that the Johor government was planning to open up more parking spaces for motorcyclists.
This would especially be useful for those leaving behind their vehicles before entering Singapore for work.
On Tuesday (16 May), there was an update regarding the initiative.
Mr Onn Hafiz visited JB Sentral, approaching security on one of the floors in the building.
Source: @jdt01unite on TikTok
He stated that he had been monitoring it for two days and noticed that thus far, it has not been in use.
As such, he will be opening up the floor in addition to another level of the building to be used as parking spaces for motorcyclists.
Source: @jdt01unite on TikTok
The rooftop of the building could come in handy as well, he pointed out.
Source: @jdt01unite on TikTok
“Please, let’s not discriminate against people,” he urged the employees. “Please adjust.”
On 16 May, Mr Onn Hafiz revealed that more parking spaces will be available for motorcyclists at the JB Sentral building.
Source: Onn Hafiz Ghazi on Facebook
The initiative came about after a fruitful discussion between the Johor government and Malaysia’s Ministry of Home Affairs (KDN).
Staff and officers working at the CIQ Complex and JB Sentral building can now park their motorcycles at the second floor, at the North side.
Source: Onn Hafiz Ghazi on Facebook
Civilians will also be able to park their motorcycles on the South end of the same storey.
“Further developments will be announced from time to time,” Mr Onn Hafiz confirmed. “My thanks to all parties who made this initiative a success.”
Have news you must share? Get in touch with us via email at news@mustsharenews.com.
Featured image adapted from Onn Hafiz Ghazi on Facebook and Facebook.
Authorities had to use equipment to pry the vehicle open to free the man.
The authorities have investigated and closed the incident with no follow-ups required, MFA said.
He crossed the border daily in hopes of buying a house for his family.
On a few days, the thundery showers might extend into the night.
His church has urged parishioners to refrain from visiting him as he heals.
The kitten will be put up for adoption after its injuries are cured.