The Lagos State Taskforce has warned sternly against individuals who block roads for social gatherings, citing a recent incident in Yaba where a birthday party disrupted traffic flow.
In a statement released on Tuesday, the agency’s Chairman, CSP Shola Jejeloye, condemned the act as “selfish and inconsiderate,” emphasizing that such actions will not be tolerated.
He further warned that the agency will closely monitor areas like Lagos Island, Oworonshoki, and Agege, which are known for such occurrences.
Jejeloye disclosed that the agency had to disrupt a birthday celebration on a street in Yaba (name withheld) when it was discovered that the celebrants and guests had occupied 95% of the road thereby slowing down vehicular movement and grossly inconveniencing Lagosians going about their business.
The Chairman further stated that areas like Lagos Island, Oworonshoki and Agege are major areas where such activities are predominant and disclosed that the radar of the Lagos State Taskforce would be set up to put such actions in check forthwith.
“It is highly unacceptable that one would selfishly and ignorantly cordone off an entire street to throw parties and social events and thereby causing noise pollution and traffic in the area.
“It is the height of irresponsibility and henceforth anyone caught carrying out such a foolish act will be arrested and charged to the mobile court immediately,” the statement partly read.
The Taskforce Chairman reiterated that blocking roads for private celebrations is unacceptable and will result in immediate arrest and arraignment before a mobile court.
He urged Lagosians to refrain from such activities and promptly report any instances of road blockades to the nearest police station or the Lagos State Taskforce.
