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By Moses Akaigwe
The Lagos State Government has directed communities with gated streets to ensure that such entry/exit ways are open daily from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. during the festive period to ease traffic flow across the state.
The government also called on owners of gates and structures erected on public roads without prior approval from the Ministry of Transportation to remove them within seven days of this notice.
A press statement issued by the Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, indicated that this directive was in line with established state guidelines and aligns with the THEMES+ Agenda of the current administration.
The THEMES+ Agenda prioritises the free-flow of traffic, safety of lives and property and the enhancement of ease of doing business in Lagos State.
While acknowledging the security benefits of gated streets, the ministry emphasised the need to maintain unobstructed vehicular movement, particularly on alternative routes currently experiencing increased traffic volumes due to heightened travel, commercial activities, tourism, and entertainment activities associated with the festive period.
The ministry further assured the public that enforcement measures would be implemented to ensure unrestricted access in and out of all gated streets, with the aim of preventing traffic congestion and safeguarding lives and property.
Osiyemi assured that the Lagos State Government remains committed to making tourism, commerce, and travel a pleasant and worthwhile experience for residents and visitors during the festive period and beyond.
