Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu revealed on Tuesday that deploying traffic management solution devices, including cameras, helped discover 26,816 violations within three months.

Mr Sanwo-Olu, represented by his deputy, Dr Obafemi Hamzat, said this when unveiling the Lagos State Transport Policy in Ikeja.

The governor said the violations were captured in the first three months of 2024 with the devices to ensure traffic management and safety.

He said the Traffic Management Solution devices and Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras had enhanced enforcement.

“Since the inception of our administration, the ANPR cameras have recorded 856,680 violations, minimising human intervention in traffic management and substantially curbing traffic violations and accidents.

“Our commitment to safety is unwavering, as evidenced by our comprehensive road safety campaigns and the deployment of modern traffic management technologies,” he said.

Mr Sanwo-Olu recounted some of the achievements made in the transportation sector. He cited the expansion and rehabilitation of some road networks, with ongoing efforts to extend and rehabilitate additional routes to guarantee enhanced traffic efficiency.

On the Lagos Rail Mass Transit project, the governor said that the commencement of passenger operations in the first phase of the Blue Line rail had involved the transportation of over one million passengers so far.

The Lagos governor said, “The Red Line, when in operation, will transport 500,000 passengers per day. We have also diligently revitalised our water transport infrastructure through strategic investments in modern ferries and upgraded terminals.

“Both the Lagos Ferry Services (LAGFERRY) and the Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) now offer an efficient and scenic mode of transportation, alleviating congestion on our roads while providing a dependable alternative for both residents and visitors.

“Since the inception of our administration, LAGFERRY has successfully transported approximately 2 million passengers across Lagos Inland Waterways.”

He added, “We will also be commissioning 15 out of the 25 new boats we are building to add to our fleet, proudly manufactured in Lagos through a public-private partnership. This will further improve our water transport system, enhancing accessibility and convenience for all.”

The governor said the Lagos Ride, a technology-driven ride-hailing service, was introduced to revolutionise urban mobility. He said the ride offered residents secure, dependable, and cost-effective transportation solutions.

According to him, this has not only generated employment opportunities but also elevated the quality of commuting for all.

(NAN)