Lagos Intensifies Tech-Driven Traffic Enforcement, Records Over 737,000 Violations
The Lagos State Government has intensified the deployment of technology-driven traffic enforcement measures as part of efforts to improve road safety, ensure compliance with traffic regulations, and modernise transportation management across the state.
Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, disclosed this on Monday during the 2025 Ministerial Press Briefing held in Alausa to commemorate the second-term seventh anniversary of the administration of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.
Osiyemi revealed that the state recorded 737,340 traffic violations through its Automated Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) camera system within the review period, highlighting the government’s increasing reliance on digital surveillance and intelligent traffic monitoring to curb traffic offences and improve compliance on Lagos roads.
According to him, the deployment of smart transport systems has become a major component of the administration’s long-term strategy aimed at building a safer, more efficient, and globally competitive transport network capable of meeting the demands of the rapidly growing megacity.
The commissioner further stated that the Lagos State Vehicle Inspection Service had strengthened enforcement of the “No Vehicle Inspection, No Roadworthiness Certificate” policy through technology-enabled operations targeted at removing unroadworthy vehicles from the roads.
He disclosed that a total of 1,114,080 roadworthiness certificates were issued during the review period, reflecting increased compliance by motorists and vehicle owners with safety regulations.
Osiyemi also announced plans by the state government to introduce a Lagos State driver’s licence as part of broader reforms designed to improve traffic administration, reduce delays in documentation processes, and enhance road safety.
He explained that the proposed Lagos-issued licence would operate alongside the existing federal driver’s licence under a collaborative arrangement with relevant federal authorities.
According to the commissioner, motorists would have the option of obtaining either the federal driver’s licence or the Lagos State driver’s licence, noting that the initiative is intended to simplify access to licensing services and strengthen transport regulation in the state.
Osiyemi reaffirmed the commitment of the Sanwo-Olu administration to sustaining ongoing transportation reforms and introducing innovative measures to address the increasing mobility and traffic challenges facing Lagos.
“The administration of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu remains committed to consolidating ongoing transportation reforms and introducing innovative measures capable of addressing the increasing mobility and traffic challenges confronting Lagos,” he said.
