Taskforce vows tougher enforcement against Lagos road violators
The Lagos State Environmental and Special Offences Enforcement Unit, otherwise known as the Taskforce, has vowed to intensify enforcement against road users and activities that obstruct public roads and threaten public safety in the state. The Chairman of the Taskforce, Adetayo Akerele, disclosed this on Wednesday at the agency’s 2026 Stakeholders’ Engagement Programme held at Read More:…
The Lagos State Environmental and Special Offences Enforcement Unit, also known as the Taskforce, has announced plans to increase enforcement against road users and activities that endanger public safety. Taskforce Chairman Adetayo Akerele discussed this at the agency's 2026 Stakeholders' Engagement Programme in Lagos. The enforcement efforts will target commercial motorcycle operators using restricted routes, street obstructions, illegal roadside mechanics, unlawful ticketing, and unauthorized BRT corridor use.
Akerele emphasized that enforcement would aim to promote compliance with Lagos State laws, rather than just arresting offenders. The Taskforce seeks to promote public safety and environmental best practices, focusing on factors beyond crime prevention, such as blocked drains, indiscriminate waste disposal, illegal structures, and shanties.
The agency, established in 1991 to address sanitary issues, has expanded its responsibilities over the years. Akerele urged residents to report violations and follow environmental laws, including the Environmental Reform Law.
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