Lagos state gives ultimatum for removal of rickety vehicles from roads

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Lagos State Gives Ultimatum for Removal of Rickety Vehicles from Roads

The Lagos State Government has given a 14-day ultimatum to owners of rickety vehicles to remove them from the roads or face the consequences.

The ultimatum was given by the State Commissioner for Transportation, Dr. Frederic Oladehinde, during a press briefing at the State Secretariat in Alausa, Ikeja.

Oladehinde said that the decision was taken to ensure the safety of road users and to prevent accidents caused by the rickety vehicles. He noted that the vehicles, which are often modified to carry more passengers than they were designed for, pose a significant risk to the lives of drivers, passengers, and pedestrians.

"We have been monitoring the situation and we have noticed that many of these vehicles are in a state of disrepair and are a menace to the roads," Oladehinde said. "We are giving the owners of these vehicles 14 days to remove them from the roads or face the consequences. We will not tolerate any vehicle that is a danger to the public."

The Commissioner also warned that the State Government will not hesitate to impound any vehicle that is found to be in a state of disrepair and is still being used on the roads.

"We will not compromise on the safety of our roads and the lives of our citizens," Oladehinde said. "We urge all vehicle owners to ensure that their vehicles are in good condition and are roadworthy before using them on the roads."

The ultimatum has been welcomed by many Lagosians, who have long complained about the dangers posed by the rickety vehicles. However, some vehicle owners have expressed concerns about the impact of the ultimatum on their livelihoods.

The Lagos State Government has also announced plans to establish a vehicle inspection agency to ensure that all vehicles on the roads are roadworthy. The agency will be responsible for inspecting vehicles and issuing certificates of roadworthiness to those that meet the required standards.

The State Government has also promised to provide alternative livelihoods for vehicle owners who are unable to remove their vehicles from the roads.