In a decisive move to enhance road safety and reduce accidents caused by unfit vehicles, the Director of the Lagos State Vehicle Inspection Service (VIS), Engr. Akin-George Fashola recently led an enforcement operation that resulted in the apprehension of over 200 unroadworthy vehicles across the state.Revealing the basis behind the operation, Engr. Fashola reiterated that the enforcement exercise targeted a wide range of vehicles, with a significant number comprising commercial minibuses, including; Danfos and Korope vehicles which has contributed largely to numerous accidents in the state. He further emphasized that the operation was not restricted to private vehicles alone, as is commonly believed, but extends to all categories of vehicles contributing to the state’s transport ecosystem.The Vehicle Inspection Services Director urges all vehicle owners, those intending to use their vehicles for commercial purposes to ensure they meet the required roadworthy standards. “Before commercializing your vehicle, make sure it is fit for the road. You can even take it to any of our annex offices for proper inspection before putting it into operation,” he advised.He also assured the public of its Directorate commitment to sustain the enforcement exercise aimed at improving road safety for a safer, more efficient transport system in Lagos.
