The Lagos State Government, in its renewed operation, has seized over 200 unregistered and unpainted vehicles across the state.
The crackdown, led by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Transportation, Sola Giwa, and executed by the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, LASTMA team, is to enhance road safety and security.
Giwa revealed that within 48 hours, the team apprehended more than 200 unregistered and unpainted vehicles. He emphasized that unregistered vehicles pose a significant risk to road safety and security, bypassing necessary inspections and regulations, thus jeopardizing their roadworthiness.
Giwa highlighted that this enforcement operation intends to rectify the issue by ensuring all vehicles on Lagos State roads comply with registration and licensing requirements.
Vehicle Licensing and Documentation
Furthermore, Giwa pointed out that certain transport companies in CMS, Obalende, Ajah, and Ojo Cantonment corridors have been operating their fleet of vehicles without proper documentation.
He assured that the State Government will hold such companies accountable, and those found operating without appropriate documentation will face legal consequences.
Giwa stressed the importance of vehicle registration and compliance with transport regulations. He further explained that the impounded vehicles will only be released after they are duly registered and have met all necessary safety standards.
He reiterated the state government’s commitment to improving road safety and ensuring transport operators adhere to regulations, emphasizing that the ongoing crackdown is part of the efforts to create safer and more efficient transportation systems in Lagos State.
