Sanwo-Olu warns LASTMA against extortion, harassment
...bans cyclists, motorists parking on roads
...warns residents against closure of roads
...orders Ministry of Works to repair bad roads
By Elizabeth Temitope
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has warned Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) officers to desist from extortion and harassment of people. He urged them to show civility in their operations.
He gave the warning during his interactive session with LASTMA officers at the agency's headquarters in Oshodi.
According to him, “Lagosians want you to be decent and corrupt-free LASTMA officers that will not collect bribes from motorists. Be respectful and courteous even when you are going to arrest an offender.”
Some officers who spoke at the session appealed to the governor to assist them in some areas such as equipment, medical treatment, and insurance scheme to enable them to carry out their duties effectively.
In response, Governor Sanwo-Olu announced an increase in their allowances by 100 percent. He promised free treatment for all officers, a conducive working environment, repair of damaged vehicles and motorbikes, provision of raincoats, and other tools.
...bans cyclists on high ways
Sanwo-Olu banned operators of commercial motorcycles (okada) and tricycles against riding on highways; as well as indiscriminate parking of vehicles on the roadside, adding that anyone caught violating it will be prosecuted. “We are not going to condone people obstructing our roads. I am warning all those parking their vehicles on the roads to remove them before government impound the vehicles”, he said.
...enjoins cabinet members to obey traffic rules
Meanwhile, the governor has cautioned members of his cabinet, their family members and friends against contravening traffic rules. He said that any cabinet member caught violating traffic rules will face the consequences.
Sanwo-Olu directed LASTMA officers to operate a minimum of two shifts per day, and manage traffic till 11pm daily; and ensure strict compliance of traffic rules by all road users.
...warns residents against closure of roads
Likewise, Lagos State Government has warned residents against indiscriminate closure of roads by communities and construction companies without recourse to the Ministry of Transportation for approval.
According to a press release signed by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Transportation, Dr. Taiwo Olufemi Salaam, cautioned against the trend; stated that Section 44 (2) of Lagos State Transport Sector Reform Law of 2018 grants right to only Honourable Commissioner or Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Transportation to approve road closure.
The release stated further that it is a serious offense for any individual or group, company or contractor, representatives of any ministry or LGA to close road without recourse to the Transportation Ministry.
The Permanent Secretary urged members of the public to allow easy access and free flow of traffic on the roads, saying the state government will not leave any stone unturned in dealing severely with anyone found guilty of unauthorized closure of road.
...orders Ministry of Works to repair bad roads
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has charged the Public Works Department to commence repairing bad roads and fixing potholes on the roads, as well as clearing drainages.
The Order is to show that the governor has zero-tolerance for environmental abuse, including illegal and indiscriminate dumping of refuse and construction of structures on drainage points and setbacks.
Adding that his government will tackle problems of transportation, potholes on roads, blockages and rest of it.
...warns residents against closure of roads
...orders Ministry of Works to repair bad roads
By Elizabeth Temitope
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has warned Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) officers to desist from extortion and harassment of people. He urged them to show civility in their operations.
He gave the warning during his interactive session with LASTMA officers at the agency's headquarters in Oshodi.
According to him, “Lagosians want you to be decent and corrupt-free LASTMA officers that will not collect bribes from motorists. Be respectful and courteous even when you are going to arrest an offender.”
Some officers who spoke at the session appealed to the governor to assist them in some areas such as equipment, medical treatment, and insurance scheme to enable them to carry out their duties effectively.
In response, Governor Sanwo-Olu announced an increase in their allowances by 100 percent. He promised free treatment for all officers, a conducive working environment, repair of damaged vehicles and motorbikes, provision of raincoats, and other tools.
...bans cyclists on high ways
Sanwo-Olu banned operators of commercial motorcycles (okada) and tricycles against riding on highways; as well as indiscriminate parking of vehicles on the roadside, adding that anyone caught violating it will be prosecuted. “We are not going to condone people obstructing our roads. I am warning all those parking their vehicles on the roads to remove them before government impound the vehicles”, he said.
...enjoins cabinet members to obey traffic rules
Meanwhile, the governor has cautioned members of his cabinet, their family members and friends against contravening traffic rules. He said that any cabinet member caught violating traffic rules will face the consequences.
Sanwo-Olu directed LASTMA officers to operate a minimum of two shifts per day, and manage traffic till 11pm daily; and ensure strict compliance of traffic rules by all road users.
...warns residents against closure of roads
Likewise, Lagos State Government has warned residents against indiscriminate closure of roads by communities and construction companies without recourse to the Ministry of Transportation for approval.
According to a press release signed by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Transportation, Dr. Taiwo Olufemi Salaam, cautioned against the trend; stated that Section 44 (2) of Lagos State Transport Sector Reform Law of 2018 grants right to only Honourable Commissioner or Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Transportation to approve road closure.
The release stated further that it is a serious offense for any individual or group, company or contractor, representatives of any ministry or LGA to close road without recourse to the Transportation Ministry.
The Permanent Secretary urged members of the public to allow easy access and free flow of traffic on the roads, saying the state government will not leave any stone unturned in dealing severely with anyone found guilty of unauthorized closure of road.
...orders Ministry of Works to repair bad roads
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has charged the Public Works Department to commence repairing bad roads and fixing potholes on the roads, as well as clearing drainages.
The Order is to show that the governor has zero-tolerance for environmental abuse, including illegal and indiscriminate dumping of refuse and construction of structures on drainage points and setbacks.
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| LAWMA officials |
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| Gov Babajide Sanwo-Olu |
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