The Federal Ministry of Works has announced a ban on the operation of commercial motorcycles and tricycles on the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway as part of efforts to protect the newly completed road from misuse and damage.
The Federal Controller of Works in Lagos State, Olufemi Dare, disclosed that the new restriction will take effect this week.
According to him, the decision was taken to preserve the quality of the multi-billion-naira infrastructure and ensure it serves Nigerians for many years.
In addition to the ban on commercial motorcycles, popularly known as okada, and tricycles, also known as keke, the ministry warned that indiscriminate parking of trucks and articulated vehicles along the coastal highway and major bridges in Lagos State would no longer be allowed.
The ministry also prohibited the dumping of refuse along the highway corridor, describing the practice as harmful to public infrastructure and the environment.
Dare said authorities would strictly enforce the new regulations, warning that anyone caught violating the directives would face appropriate sanctions.
He disclosed that warning signs outlining the restrictions have already been installed along the highway, while enforcement teams will be deployed to strategic locations to ensure full compliance.
Describing the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway as a world-class infrastructure project, the Federal Controller stressed that protecting the road is a collective responsibility.
He urged motorists, transport operators and other road users to obey the new rules, noting that proper maintenance of the highway would extend its lifespan and enable Nigerians to enjoy maximum value from the landmark project.
