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Impoundment : Don’t Display Vehicles For Sale In Unauthorized Locations, LASG Warns Auto Dealers
LASG warns Auto Dealers against Illegal display of vehicle for sale in unauthorized locations across Lagos.
LASTMA boss gave the warning when Lagos Motor Dealers Association paid him a courtesy visit.
Urged auto dealers in Lagos to desist from displaying vehicles for sale on roadsides, setbacks, streets, and walkways.
Notes that the illegal placement of vehicles on these areas obstructs pedestrian movement, and exacerbates traffic congestion.
Auto dealers who go against the guidelines risk fines and/or impoundment of such vehicles, according to LASTMA boss.
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has warned all auto dealers in Lagos against the unauthorized display of vehicles for sale on road setbacks, walkways, and other prohibited areas.
The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, gave the warn during a courtesy visit by the Lagos Motor Dealers Association to the LASTMA headquarters in Oshodi on Wednesday September 4th (today).
During the visit, Mr. Bakare-Oki underscored the importance of maintaining order and ensuring smooth traffic flow, noting that numerous complaints have been received regarding the illegal activities of some auto dealers across the state.
He pointed out that the illegal placement of vehicles on roadsides, setbacks, streets, and walkways poses a significant risk to public safety, obstructs pedestrian movement, and exacerbates traffic congestion.
“The Lagos State Government is dedicated to ensuring a safe and orderly environment for all residents and road users. We will not hesitate to enforce the law against any auto dealer found violating these regulations,” Mr. Bakare-Oki asserted.
He further reiterated that LASTMA, in collaboration with other relevant agencies, will continue its monitoring efforts and penalize any violators.
The LASTMA boss urged Auto dealers to strictly adhere to the guidelines for vehicle display to avoid sanctions, which may include fines and the impoundment of such vehicles.
In response, the Lagos Motor Dealers Association, led by its President, Prince Leke Aladegbemi, expressed their willingness to cooperate with LASTMA and other authorities to promote compliance among their members.
Mr. Aladegbemi acknowledged the need for auto dealers to operate within the confines of the law and pledged to educate their members on the importance of adhering to the state’s regulations.
