Bus Driver Resisting Arrest Injures Lagos Task Force Official

An officer of the Lagos State Task Force sustained injuries after being attacked by a commercial bus driver who resisted the impoundment of his vehicle for traffic obstruction.

The injured officer is said to be receiving medical attention, while the perpetrator has been arrested.

The incident happened when the agency carried out a comprehensive traffic enforcement exercise in Obalende and Oworonshoki areas, where activities of commercial bus operators have caused increased travel time for road users.

During the operation led by the Chairman of the agency, Adetayo Akerele, a total of 56 vehicles were impounded, while seven suspects were arrested for obstruction of justice.

According to the agency, the suspects would be charged in court.

Akerele disclosed that despite repeated warnings to commercial drivers, particularly those contributing to gridlock in major areas of the state, the situation has continued to pose significant challenges for commuters and residents alike.

He warned drivers, be it private or commercial, to drop off and pick up passengers at designated bus stops or risk having their vehicle impounded.

“We will not relent in our efforts to bring sanity to Lagos roads. The safety and well-being of road users is our priority, and we will take all necessary measures to ensure compliance with the law.” Akerele was quoted as saying in a statement by the spokesperson of the agency, Gbadeyan Abdulraheem.

“Sanity on our roads is a collective responsibility. If you do the right thing, there is a great possibility that vehicles behind will tow that same line.”