The Lagos State Vehicle Inspection Service (VIS) has
impounded over 200 unroadworthy vehicles across the state.
The Director of Lagos VIS, Mr Akin-George Fashola,
stated this in a press release made available to the News Agency of Nigeria
(NAN) on Sunday.
The statement was signed by Mrs Bolanle Ogunlola,
Deputy Director of Public Affairs at the Lagos State Ministry of
Transportation.
Fashola, who recently led an enforcement operation
that resulted in the impounding of several unroadworthy vehicles, noted that
the initiative was aimed at enhancing road safety and reducing accidents caused
by unfit vehicles.
Explaining the rationale behind the operation, Fashola
reiterated that the enforcement exercise targeted a wide range of vehicles,
with a significant number comprising commercial minibuses, including Danfos and
Korope vehicles.
“The operation is not restricted to private vehicles
alone, as is commonly believed, but extends to all categories of vehicles
contributing to the state’s transport ecosystem,” he said.
“All vehicle owners, especially those intending to use
their vehicles for commercial purposes, are urged to ensure they meet the
required roadworthy standards.
“Before commercialising 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 the directorate’s
commitment to sustaining the enforcement exercise aimed at improving road
safety and promoting a safer, more efficient transport system in Lagos.
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