Taskforce vows tougher enforcement against Lagos road violators

The Lagos State Environmental and Special Offences Enforcement Unit, also known as the Taskforce, has announced plans to intensify enforcement against road users and activities that obstruct public roads and threaten public safety in the state. Chairman Adetayo Akerele made this announcement at the agency's 2026 Stakeholders’ Engagement Programme, where he outlined the Taskforce's commitment to lawful enforcement against commercial motorcycle operators using restricted routes, street obstructions, illegal roadside mechanics, illegal ticketing, and unauthorized use of restricted Bus Rapid Transit corridors.

Akerele emphasized that the enforcement efforts would be coupled with education, sensitization, and engagement, stressing that public safety extends beyond crime prevention and includes addressing environmental issues like blocked drainages, indiscriminate waste disposal, and illegal structures.

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