The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has terminated the employment of six officials in line with the directives of the Lagos State Civil Service Commission (CSC).

In a statement on Thursday in Lagos, the general manager of LASTMA, Olalekan Bakare-Oki, said another personnel management board session would be convened soon to address more indicted LASTMA officials.

The statement was signed by LASTMA’s spokesperson, Adebayo Taofiq, and quoted Mr Bakare-Oki as saying the termination followed the recommendations by the personnel management board.

“Formal disciplinary notices were issued to the implicated officers at LASTMA’s headquarters in Oshodi, Lagos.

“The Lagos State Civil Service Commission had fully endorsed the Personnel Management Board’s recommendations, which pertained to severe misconduct and general inefficiencies.

“These disciplinary actions were rigorously implemented in accordance with the Lagos State Civil Service Rules and Regulations,” he said.

He reiterated LASTMA’s commitment to enhancing its operations and called on Lagos residents to actively engage with the agency.

Mr Bakare-Oki urged residents to provide positive feedback, reports of any observed misconduct, and relevant evidence.

The general manager also urged road users in Lagos to strictly comply with traffic regulations.

The official warned that violations would attract penalties, including fines, as enforced by the Lagos Mobile Courts in accordance with legal provisions.

He emphasised that adherence to traffic laws was crucial to realising the “Greater Lagos” vision, as outlined in Governor Babajide  Sanwo-Olu’s THEMES Plus Development Agenda.

The LASTMA boss noted that the first pillar of the agenda, focused on traffic management and transportation, was essential for its actualisation.

Mr Bakare-Oki reassured the public of LASTMA’s commitment to addressing complaints promptly and impartially.

(NAN)