Road crashes: Lagos plans motor park alcohol ban

The Lagos State Government is considering a ban on the sale of alcoholic drinks at motor parks to combat reckless driving and reduce road crashes. Secretary to the State Government, Abimbola Salu-Hundeyin, revealed this during a meeting with local government secretaries and police representatives. She emphasized the need to strengthen security and enhance road safety, especially during the "Ember months" when traffic and travel are at their peak.

Salu-Hundeyin explained that the proposed measure aims to discourage drivers from consuming alcohol before driving, as it often leads to reckless behavior and increased road fatalities. The issue has gained urgency due to a recent surge in road crashes, with 91 people killed between January and November 2025 alone. The Federal Road Safety Corps reported a similar trend in 2023, with 128 people killed in 376 crashes.