LASTMA Deploys Drones For Enhanced Traffic Management, Security Surveillance Across Lagos

LASTMA launches drones operations for enhanced traffic management and security surveillance across Lagos State.

Agency said that these drones shall empower LASTMA to be more proactive in traffic management and control across the State.

Says that this initiative harmonizes with the visionary mandate of the State Government under the leadership of Governor Sanwo-Olu.

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has announced the deployment of state-of-the-art Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), popularly known as as drones, to enhance traffic management, strengthen security surveillance, and reinforce public safety across the Lagos metropolis.

In a statement on Thursday, LASTMA said that its transition from traditional analog methodologies to advanced digital intelligence harmonizes with the visionary mandate of the Lagos State Government under the leadership of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu

It added that through aerial reconnaissance and high-definition monitoring capabilities, these drones shall empower LASTMA to be more proactive in traffic management and control across the State.

Speaking on this initiative, the General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, affirmed that the deployment of these drones will seamlessly elevate the Authority from conventional reactive enforcement to predictive, intelligence-driven operations.

He stated: “This transition transcends the mere acquisition of equipment; it embodies a strategic reformation that positions LASTMA at the forefront of digital governance in traffic management.

“These drones will provide real-time aerial oversight, enabling swifter interventions, improved safety outcomes, argument emergency response coordination, bolster security frameworks and the cultivation of a more disciplined motoring culture.”

To reinforce public trust in the system’s transparency and integrity, LASTMA boss reassured the public that the deployment shall be conducted under stringent adherence to privacy safeguards, ethical standards, and regulatory compliance.

The Authority reaffirmed its unwavering resolve to continuously innovate in traffic management, reduce travel times, curtail road traffic mishaps, and preserve lives and property throughout Lagos State.

According to Mr. Bakare-Oki :

“This milestone stands as yet another resounding testament to the THEMES+ Agenda of Governor Sanwo-Olu, wherein technology and innovation serve as indispensable drivers of a safer, smarter, and more habitable Lagos.”

He further maintained that this modern technological intervention would complement LASTMA’s prompt responsiveness to emergencies, accidents, and other traffic-related contingencies, in addition to the existing LASTMA Toll-Free Hotline: 080000527862.

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