Lagos Police Withdraws Task Force From Traffic Control And Contravention Enforcement Across The State

Lagos Police withdraws Task Force from traffic control and contravention enforcement across the State. 

Says that the directive is part of ongoing efforts to improve professionalism and accountability in traffic management. 

Police advises members of the public to verify the identity of agencies before making allegations or assertions. 

Encouraged members of the public to remain law-abiding and cooperate with all legitimate security agencies. 

The Lagos State Police Command has ordered the immediate withdrawal of the Lagos State Environmental Sanitation and Special Offences Unit, popularly known as the Taskforce, from traffic control and traffic contravention enforcement across the State.

In a statement issued on Tuesday, the Commands public relations officer, Abimbola Adebisi, said the directive was approved by the Commissioner of Police, Tijani Fatai, as part of ongoing efforts to improve professionalism and accountability in traffic management.

“This directive is part of ongoing efforts to streamline traffic management operations and ensure professionalism, accountability, and clarity in the discharge of duties,” the statement reads in part.

“It is important to note that while the unit has been withdrawn from traffic-related responsibilities, all other assigned duties and operational mandates of the unit remain fully in force.”

“The Command also wishes to enlighten members of the public that the Lagos State Environmental Sanitation and Special Offences Unit is not the only Taskforce operating within Lagos State.”

“Residents and motorists are therefore strongly advised to always verify the identity of personnel and agencies before making allegations or assertions, particularly in matters relating to traffic enforcement.”

While encouraging members of the public to remain law-abiding and cooperate with all legitimate security agencies, the Lagos State Police Command said it “remains committed to safeguarding lives and property while ensuring that all operations within the State are carried out in accordance with the law and best practices.”

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