Maroua Warnings Or Dangers

About the only public transportation available in Maroua is provided by motorcycle taxis; however, most everyone I talked to--including some who use them--urged me not to use them. Many of the drivers are unlicensed and have little driving experience, and no one wears a helmet. A local hospital administrator told me that his hospital now treats more concussion and accident victims than malaria cases! If you must use one, locals told me that the drivers who wear a yellow vest are more likely to be licensed. It is possible to arrange for a car with driver at a reasonable price, and this is a far better option.