The Lagos state government has issued a 7-day ‘Vacation Order’ to truck and commercial bus drivers operating on bridges.
The vacation order was issued on Monday, October 16, by Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Transportation, Sola Giwa.Giwa.
He noted that the vehicles have been impeding the free flow of traffic on bridges across the state and that commercial bus drivers have continued defying government orders despite several warnings.
The Governor’s special adviser also said that activities of the motorists/commercial bus drivers on bridges are contrary to provisions of the Lagos State Transport Sector Reform Law 2018 as amended.
He also said that after the expiration of the ultimatum, vehicles found on bridges would be immediately charged to the Lagos State Mobile Court for prosecutions.He said;
“Every motorist/commercial bus driver operating along ‘Apongbon’ and ‘Idumota’ (Cater) Bridges, ‘Elegbata:, ‘Ebute-Ero’ and ‘Ejalonibu’ must as a matter of urgency vacate these areas as LASTMA would commence strict enforcement operation immediately after the expiration of this ultimatum until zero tolerance is achieved across the state”The Special Adviser to Lagos State Governor on Transportation, Sola Giwa said that the move is “to enhance safety and ease traffic flow in Lagos, we’ve issued a 7-day vacation order for motorists and bus drivers on our bridges. This decision prioritizes the well-being of our citizens and ensures smoother commutes. Let’s work together for a safer Lagos!
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