LASTMA Female Elite Corps Launches Yuletide Traffic Sensitization Campaign

LASTMA Female Elite Corps Launches Yuletide Traffic Sensitization Campaign

Lagos – The Female Elite Corps of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has commenced a week-long sensitization campaign to promote road safety and compliance with traffic regulations ahead of the bustling Yuletide season.

Themed “Drive Safe, Stay Safe,” the initiative, which began on Monday, December 2, 2024, aims to address the anticipated surge in vehicular activities during the festive period by educating motorists and ensuring orderly road use.

Speaking at the campaign’s launch, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Transportation, Hon. Sola Giwa, emphasized the state government’s commitment to ensuring smooth traffic flow throughout Lagos during the holidays.

“The Yuletide season is synonymous with festivity, but it also heralds increased road usage. This campaign aims to reinforce motorists’ obligations to prioritize safety, thereby reducing accidents and traffic disruptions,” Giwa stated.

Focus on Education and Enforcement
The Female Elite Corps, a specialized and highly trained unit within LASTMA, will spearhead the campaign with dynamic roadshows, community outreach programs, and the distribution of educational materials across key traffic hotspots. Areas to be covered include Ikeja, Surulere, Epe, Badagry, Ikorodu, Lagos Island, Agege, Lekki, Egbeda, Obalende, and Apapa.

Additionally, LASTMA’s digital platforms will provide real-time updates and tips for motorists, ensuring effective communication and awareness throughout the campaign.

The initiative highlights critical traffic regulations, including:

• Adherence to traffic signals and road signs.
• Avoiding driving under the influence of alcohol or narcotics.
• Maintaining lane discipline and refraining from one-way driving.
• Ensuring vehicles are roadworthy before embarking on journeys.

Call for Collaboration
Hon. Giwa urged motorists to cooperate with LASTMA officials, embrace responsible driving habits, and report traffic violations via the agency’s toll-free helpline, 080000527862.

“This campaign is not just about enforcement; it’s about fostering a culture of safety and responsibility on our roads. Together, we can ensure a safer and more harmonious holiday season for everyone,” he added.

The campaign reflects LASTMA’s proactive approach to reducing road accidents and alleviating congestion, ensuring Lagosians and visitors enjoy a smooth and stress-free festive season.

Signed:
Adebayo Taofiq
Director, Public Affairs and Enlightenment, LASTMA