TRACE Moves Against Traffic Disorderliness, Environmental Offences At Kuto Underpass

OLORUNDARE ENIMOLA, Lagos

The Traffic Compliance and Enforcement (TRACE) Divisional Command, Abeokuta, has commenced a coordinated enforcement and sensitisation operation at the Kuto Underpass to address traffic disorderliness and environmental infractions.

The operation, led by the Divisional Commander, Cdr. Opeyemi Adekoya, followed directives from the Ogun State House of Assembly and the Acting TRACE Commander General/Chief Executive, Cdr. Elias Omonayajo Adedayo, mandating field commanders to ensure effective traffic management and free flow of traffic across major corridors, particularly during the yuletide season.

Officers drawn from the Operational and Enlightenment units of the command were deployed to the area to dismantle illegal structures, dislodge unapproved roadside shops and parks, curb indiscriminate parking, and sensitise traders and road users on safety and compliance with traffic and environmental regulations.

The exercise aligns with the Ogun State Government’s commitment to safeguarding lives and property, enhancing security, and maintaining orderliness within the state’s road corridors and public spaces.

Speaking during the operation, Cdr. Adekoya cautioned members of the public, especially motorists and traders, against practices that pose risks to lives and property. He stressed the need for collective responsibility in maintaining a peaceful, orderly, and safe environment.

The operation also involved the removal of planks and other materials obstructing the underpass, with Environmental Marshals working alongside TRACE operatives to restore order within the axis. In addition, the Enlightenment Unit educated road users on the dangers associated with illegal parking, roadside trading, and other unsafe practices.

Cdr. Adekoya reaffirmed TRACE’s commitment to sustained enforcement and public sensitisation, assuring that the level of orderliness achieved within and around the Kuto axis would be maintained during the festive period and beyond, in the interest of all road users.