By Seun Ibiyemi
The Ibeju-Lekki Local Government, in collaboration with the Lekki Local Council Development Area (LCDA) and the Lagos State Ministry of Transportation, held a Stakeholders’ Meeting focused on traffic management for fuel tankers and other large vehicles operating along the Free Trade Zone corridor.
According to a statement by Bolanle Ogunlola, Director of Public Affairs in the Ministry of Transportation, the meeting took place at the New Eleko Market and brought together government representatives, industry leaders, transport operators, and community heads. The objective was to address rising concerns over traffic congestion and safety hazards created by heavy vehicles in the area.
Special Adviser to the Governor on Transportation, Hon. Sola Giwa, highlighted that the meeting provided a timely platform to inform Ibeju-Lekki residents about the new E-Call-Up System, aimed at streamlining and managing truck movements in and out of the Free Trade Zone. He assured that the Ministry would work with relevant agencies to ensure smooth implementation of this system, which has already gained support from businesses in the area.
Engr. Abdulahi Sesan Olowa, Executive Chairman of Ibeju-Lekki LGA, and Engr. Rasak Bamidele Kasali, Executive Chairman of Lekki LCDA, stressed the need for cooperation in developing traffic decongestion strategies and promoting seamless operations in this important commercial zone.
Topics covered during the meeting included traffic regulation, safety protocols, and potential infrastructure improvements. Stakeholders discussed their roles in adhering to traffic guidelines to reduce road blockages and maintain safe conditions.
The meeting included representatives from E-Call-Up Technology, Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG), National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), Community Development Associations (CDA), Suppliers Association, and relevant security agencies.