Nigerian govt bans motorcycles, tricycles on Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway

The Federal Ministry of Works has announced a ban on the operation of commercial motorcycles and tricycles along the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway as part of measures aimed at protecting the newly constructed superhighway from misuse and premature deterioration.

The Federal Controller of Works in Lagos State, Olufemi Dare, disclosed this on Sunday, stating that the restriction would take effect this week.

According to Dare, the decision became necessary to preserve the integrity of the highway and guarantee its long-term sustainability.

He also warned that indiscriminate parking of trucks and articulated vehicles would no longer be tolerated on the coastal highway and bridges across Lagos State.

The ministry further prohibited the indiscriminate dumping of refuse along highway corridors, describing the practice as unacceptable and harmful to public infrastructure.

Dare cautioned that violators of the directives would face strict enforcement actions as authorities intensify efforts to maintain order and proper use of the facility.

He disclosed that warning signages highlighting the restrictions had already been erected along the highway, while task force officials would be stationed at strategic points to ensure compliance.

Describing the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway as a world-class infrastructure project, the Federal Controller stressed the need for proper maintenance and protection of the road network.

He urged motorists and other road users to comply fully with the new regulations in the interest of public safety and infrastructure preservation.

According to him, protecting the facility would extend its lifespan and ensure that Nigerians continue to derive maximum value from the project.

The Federal Ministry of Works has announced a ban on the operation of commercial motorcycles and tricycles along the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway as part of measures aimed at protecting the newly constructed superhighway from misuse and premature deterioration.

The Federal Controller of Works in Lagos State, Olufemi Dare, disclosed this on Sunday, stating that the restriction would take effect this week.

According to Dare, the decision became necessary to preserve the integrity of the highway and guarantee its long-term sustainability.

He also warned that indiscriminate parking of trucks and articulated vehicles would no longer be tolerated on the coastal highway and bridges across Lagos State.

The ministry further prohibited the indiscriminate dumping of refuse along highway corridors, describing the practice as unacceptable and harmful to public infrastructure.

Dare cautioned that violators of the directives would face strict enforcement actions as authorities intensify efforts to maintain order and proper use of the facility.

He disclosed that warning signages highlighting the restrictions had already been erected along the highway, while task force officials would be stationed at strategic points to ensure compliance.

Describing the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway as a world-class infrastructure project, the Federal Controller stressed the need for proper maintenance and protection of the road network.

He urged motorists and other road users to comply fully with the new regulations in the interest of public safety and infrastructure preservation.

According to him, protecting the facility would extend its lifespan and ensure that Nigerians continue to derive maximum value from the project.