In a resolute and uncompromising pursuit of public safety, infrastructure preservation, and adherence to existing traffic regulations, the Lagos State Government has launched a rigorous enforcement campaign against articulated vehicles and heavy-duty trucks that continue to violate access restrictions on the Third Mainland Bridge.
The clampdown, which commenced over the weekend with the impoundment of more than 10 offending trucks, was formally announced by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Transportation, Honourable Sola Giwa. He emphasized the administration’s unwavering resolve to uphold traffic laws, safeguard vital infrastructure, and protect road users from preventable dangers.
Hon. Giwa explained that the enforcement action follows a prolonged period of stakeholder engagement, public awareness campaigns, and official notices reiterating the ban on articulated vehicles exceeding 9 tonnes from using the Third Mainland Bridge. The bridge—an essential urban artery recently rehabilitated—is structurally unsuited for such vehicular pressure.
“The Third Mainland Bridge is categorically excluded from the list of permissible routes for certain categories of articulated vehicles. This restriction is clearly backed by law, and violators will face firm consequences. The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has commenced full-scale enforcement, and offenders will be apprehended and sanctioned without exception,” Giwa stated.
He reiterated that the safety of Lagosians and the integrity of the state’s infrastructure remain paramount, and that compliance with traffic laws is non-negotiable.