On November 21, 2024, the Marib Governorate Police Department announced a complete ban on the use of motorcycles in the city of Marib, effective Sunday, November 24, 2024.

In a brief statement released by the Security Media Center and reported by Baran Press, the police indicated that the decision was made following directives from the province's higher security committee, although no further details were provided.

The Marib Police urged all residents to comply with the new regulations and warned motorcycle riders that strict penalties would be enforced against anyone who violates these directives, with no exceptions.