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The Lagos State Ministry of Transportation, in partnership with Huawei Technologies, has introduced four new Intelligent Transport System (ITS) sites aimed at enhancing traffic management across the city. These advanced systems will monitor vehicle speeds, detect violations, and optimize traffic flow, reinforcing the state’s commitment to safer and more efficient road networks.
Speaking at a press briefing on Thursday, Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, revealed that the new Intelligent Transport System sites would integrate seamlessly with the already deployed Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras and other traffic management technologies. He emphasized that the initiative was part of the government’s broader strategy to modernize traffic control and enforcement.
“The checkpoint sites are designed to detect overspeeding. One is located at Alapere, Ogudu Road, with a speed limit of 80km/h, while the other is installed at Nitel, Mobolaji Bank Anthony Way, with a speed limit of 60km/h. These checkpoint sites are strategically located to detect and deter overspeeding, which remains one of the leading causes of road accidents.
“On the other hand, the e-police sites for traffic violations are installed at Allen Avenue Road Junction and Nurudeen Olowopopo Road. These e-police sites are designed to detect a wide range of traffic violations, including running red lights, non-compliance with lane discipline, illegal U-turns and reverse driving on highways,” Osiyemi said.
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Osiyemi urged motorists to adhere to traffic regulations, emphasizing the importance of compliance with the newly enhanced monitoring system. He warned that offenders caught running a red light would face a fine of ₦20,000, while those exceeding the speed limit would be penalized with a ₦50,000 fine.
“It is important to also note that enforcement will commence immediately. Motorists who violate traffic laws as detected by the ITS will receive SMS notifications from the Vehicle Inspection Service department, detailing the nature of the violation and the corresponding fines to be paid.
“This system is not designed to be punitive but to encourage responsible driving behaviour and reduce the rate of accidents on our roads. The goal is simple: to save lives, protect property, and create an orderly transportation environment,” he added.
Present at the briefing included the Commissioner for Innovation, Science, and Technology, Olatunbosun Alake, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Transportation, Olawale Musa, representatives from Huawei Technologies, and key directors from the ministry.
