Lagos govt. reads riot act to traffic offenders, sets to establish special courts

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Sunday said his administration will deal decisively with anyone that henceforth violates traffic laws in the state, just as he disclosed  that the state government is currently working with the Acting Chief Judge in the state to establish special courts to try traffic offenders.

The governor also said those found guilty will be made to serve their punishment if found guilty at the point of contravention.

He said this during a Thanksgiving Service organised by the Lagos chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) and held at Deeper Life Bible Church Headquarters in Gbagada.

Governor Sanwo-Olu maintained  that  his administration would not spare anyone, irrespective of status that endangers lives of road users by disobeying the state traffic regulations.

According to him, “We want the people to obey Lagos traffic law. We want them to understand that they are not the only road users who have right of way. If you want my government to finish well, don’t drive against the traffic.

“We are working with the Acting Chief Judge of the State to set up special mobile courts that will dispense judgment on traffic offences. Any offender would be made to serve the punishment immediately, which could be in the form of compulsory community service. We are declaring zero tolerance for disobedience to traffic rules”.

The governor noted that the task of realising the greater Lagos project would be difficult without the support of the residents, urging the Christians in the state to join hands with his government in its efforts to create a prosperous Lagos.