- Drones to monitor traffic and improve public safety
- Bold move into the future of urban traffic control signals
- Technology as a key driver for building a safer and more livable city
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has officially deployed drones to monitor traffic, enhance security, and improve public safety across the metropolis.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the initiative falls under Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s administration and aligns with the state’s THEMES+ Agenda.
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EKO HOT BLOG reports that this bold move into the future of urban traffic control signals a shift from traditional analog methods to advanced digital intelligence.
LASTMA’s General Manager, Olalekan Bakare-Oki, described the drone deployment as a “watershed moment” for traffic management in Lagos. He explained that the drones will provide real-time aerial oversight, enabling faster interventions, improved safety outcomes, and better coordination during emergencies and accidents.
Bakare-Oki emphasized that strict privacy safeguards and ethical standards would guide the use of the drones. The technology will complement LASTMA’s existing operations and its dedicated toll-free hotline.
Director of Public Affairs and Enlightenment, Mr. Adebayo Taofiq, reaffirmed the authority’s commitment to continuously innovate in reducing travel time, preventing accidents, and safeguarding lives and property across Lagos.
This deployment, he said, proves Governor Sanwo-Olu’s dedication to using technology as a key driver for building a safer, smarter, and more livable city.
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