The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority has impounded 488 vehicles over the past seven months for illegally using the Bus Rapid Transit lane.
This enforcement occurred between January and August 2024, according to Adebayo Taofiq, LASTMA’s Director of Public Affairs and Enlightenment.
In a statement, Taofiq emphasized the Lagos State government’s firm stance on motorists, both private and commercial, who violate BRT lane regulations. “This directive comes following the impoundment of over 488 vehicles by LASTMA for violating BRT lane regulations during this period. All offenders have been prosecuted in the Lagos State Mobile Court,” Taofiq said.
He specifically warned drivers along the Abule-Egba BRT corridor to stop using the dedicated lane illegally, noting that recent road improvements have made such actions unnecessary.
“The Lagos State Public Works Corporation (LSPWC) has recently completed road rehabilitation from Abule-Egba to Iyana-Ipaja, including areas near ‘Super Ile-Epo’ and ‘Katangura Market.’ The improved road conditions make illegal use of the BRT lane unnecessary and indefensible,” he explained.
Taofiq reminded motorists traveling through key areas like Abule-Egba, Iyana-Ipaja, Dopemu, and Oshodi to adhere to the designated lanes. He warned that any further violations would result in prosecution in the Lagos State Mobile Court.
“The Lagos State Government remains committed to providing state-of-the-art infrastructure for the benefit of all residents. However, road users must exercise discipline and patience to foster a safer, more efficient traffic system,” he added.
The impounded vehicles were seized at several key locations, including Ikorodu, Maryland, Anthony, Apongbon, Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway, Ojuelegba, and Oyingbo.
