As part of the Babajide Sanwo-Olu administration to create a Smart Transportation System, the Lagos State Government has announced the introduction of the Traffic Management Solution (TMS) Device to ensure traffic law compliance within the Metropolis.
Speaking at a Press Briefing in Alausa on Wednesday, the Commissioner for Transportation, Dr. Frederic Oladeinde explained that the TMS in the form of a hand-held device is a traffic law compliance initiative that allows the real-time capture of picture and video evidence of road traffic violations as they occur.
While lauding the milestone achievement, Oladeinde affirmed that the innovation alongside the previously launched body cameras will guarantee transparency as it will eradicate the controversy of traffic misdemeanor and fine payments between the Traffic Law Enforcement Officers and violators.
“Our goal is to modernize operations and simplify enforcement by eliminating situations that facilitate impediments and counterproductive results on our roads.” The Commissioner said.
In his address, he further revealed that an aggrieved offender may choose to visits a Traffic Court and challenge the violation reports issued, adding that an App will be made available for people to capture unlawful actions of LASTMA and VIS Officers to create a 2 –way check for both parties.
Oladeinde reiterated that the hand held device will also complement the fixed Automated Number Plate Registration (ANPR) cameras in verifying the authenticity of vehicular documents and enable efficient and effective traffic management.
The Commissioner used the opportunity to appeal to the residents of the state to bear with the Government on the current congestion as a result of the ongoing road constructions, adding that the sacrifices will be worthwhile and that the State Government will not relent in its effort to minimize the inconveniences accompanied with the construction work.
Also speaking at the event, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Transportation, Hon. Oluwatoyin Fayinka stated that gridlocks are caused by motorists who deliberately disregard traffic laws. He advised Lagosians to desist from sabotaging the efforts of the Government or be penalized.
Reiterating the Special Adviser’s words, The General Manager Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, LASTMA, Engr. Olajide Oduyoye declared that officers of the agency will enforce in line with the stipulated Traffic Laws of the State, adding that the TMS Device will be used to facilitate compliance.
In the same vein, the Director Vehicle Inspection Service, Eng. Akin George Fashola urged motorists to perform their civic duty by driving with caution and concern for other road users.
While thanking the Press for their support at disseminating information to the public, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Transportation, Mr. Kamar Olowoshago reiterated that the newly introduced TMS device is not set out to generate revenue, but to ensure compliance with Traffic Laws for safety of lives and property.
Present at the Briefing was the Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr. Gbenga Omotosho and other management staff of the State Government.