- FG has banned okadas and tricycles on the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway
- The move is to protect the road from damage
- Trucks parking and dumping of refuse are also prohibited
The Federal Ministry of Works has prohibited commercial motorcycles and tricycles from operating on the Lagos Calabar Coastal Highway as part of measures aimed at protecting the newly completed road infrastructure.
Eko Hot Blog gathered that the directive, which takes effect this week, was announced by the Federal Controller of Works in Lagos State, Olufemi Dare, in a statement issued on Sunday.
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According to Dare, the restriction is intended to prevent misuse of the superhighway and preserve its condition for long-term use.
He explained that safeguarding the road is essential to maintaining its quality and ensuring it continues to serve motorists efficiently for many years.
The ministry also announced that trucks and other articulated vehicles will no longer be allowed to park indiscriminately along the highway or on bridges across Lagos State.
In addition, authorities banned the dumping of refuse along highway corridors, describing the practice as harmful to the environment and the road infrastructure.
Dare warned that anyone found violating the new regulations would face strict enforcement, adding that traffic signs have already been installed to notify road users of the restrictions.
He disclosed that enforcement teams would be stationed at strategic locations to monitor compliance and prevent violations.
Describing the Lagos Calabar Coastal Highway as a world class project, the Federal Controller urged motorists and other road users to obey the new rules to protect the facility.
He added that proper maintenance and responsible use of the highway would help extend its lifespan and ensure it continues to benefit Nigerians.
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