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By Moses Akaigwe
The Lagos State Parking Authority (LASPA) has stressed the need for responsible parking across, reaffirming its commitment to creating a safer, more orderly, and efficient parking system across the state.
The General Manager of LASPA, Mrs. Adebisi Adelabu, disclosed this on Thursday while speaking on some of the activities of the Authority.
She reiterated the state government’s resolve to establish an effective parking system and urged Lagos motorists to make parking plans an essential part of their daily journeys as the Authority prepares to commence the structured on-street parking programme.
Emphasising the need for Lagosians to adopt a new parking culture by planning their trips in advance, she said: “Before leaving home, motorists should think about where they are going, the most suitable mode of transportation, and the availability of the nearest approved parking slots to their destination. Parking should become a pre-thought, not an afterthought.”
Mrs. Adelabu further announced the readiness of LASPA for the implementation of the much-talked-about enhanced On-Street Parking initiative following the success of several planning, testing, and system improvement exercises.
According to her, designated streets across Lagos under the On-Street Parking programme will be clearly marked to indicate where parking is permitted, where paid parking applies, and where parking is prohibited.
She therefore urged Lagos motorists to pay close attention to road signs and pavement markings, including red lines, single yellow lines, and double yellow lines, which are designed to improve traffic management and ensure public safety.
Continuing, she stressed that paid parking is not new to motorists in Lagos, adding that the On-Street Parking reform is aimed at promoting transparency and accountability in parking management.
“Lagosians are already paying for parking in many parts of the city. Our goal is to ensure that these payments are made through a structured, accountable system that benefits the public rather than unregulated individuals.”
The General Manager of LASPA called on all motorists in the state to support the ongoing reforms by complying with parking regulations, observing traffic signs, and embracing responsible parking practices.
She reaffirmed that public cooperation and shared responsibility in building a more organised and accessible Lagos are essential to the success of the On-Street Parking initiative.
