LASTMA, FRSC partner to tackle traffic congestion in Lagos

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) and the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) have agreed to strengthen their partnership in managing traffic across Lagos State.

The partnership aims to address traffic congestion, enhance public enlightenment, and enforce traffic regulations.

During a courtesy visit to the General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, the FRSC Zonal Commanding Officer, Assistant Corps Marshal Jonathan Owoade, emphasised the importance of collaboration in achieving their common goals.

Bakare-Oki welcomed the initiative and reiterated LASTMA’s commitment to the partnership.

According to Bakare-Oki, between January and June, 9,370 vehicles were penalized for traffic violations in Lagos, with 50 percent of them being commercial buses.

He highlighted several recent initiatives aimed at enhancing road safety and traffic management, including the launch of a toll-free call centre, a Walk-In Complaint Centre, a Whistle Blower App, and the upgrade of the agency’s website and Planning, Research, and Statistics Department.

Owoade emphasised the FRSC’s commitment to eradicating road traffic crashes and creating a safe motoring environment.

He called for a special public enlightenment campaign to educate motorists on the importance of various road signs.