Lagos State New Traffic Rules: Offences and Penalties
The Lagos State Government has introduced new traffic rules aimed at restoring order and sanity on the state’s roads. As part of efforts to curb the menace of reckless driving, overloading, and other traffic-related offenses, the state has outlined a comprehensive list of offenses and corresponding penalties. The new regulations, which took effect recently, are designed to promote road safety, reduce congestion, and enhance the overall driving experience in Lagos. In this article, we will delve into the specifics of the new traffic rules, highlighting the various offenses and penalties that drivers and motorists in Lagos need to be aware of:
1. Driving without a Driver’s licence – Impound vehicle.
2. Driving of any vehicle by a person under 18 – N30,000.
3. Driving with fake number plates – N30,000, 3 years in prison.
4. Driving with forged vehicle particulars – 6 months in prison.
5. Driving with a fake driver’s licence – 6 months in prison.
6. Driving without road worthiness – Impound vehicle.
7. Driving only yellow – N80,000. Enforce painting
8. Driving without Hackey permit – Impound vehicle.
9. No display of Hackey permit – Impound vehicle 10. Kabu Kabu without a permit – Impound vehicle
11. Disobeying LASTMA Officer – N30,000/ Impound vehicle.
12. Neglect of traffic direction light – 3 months in prison.
13. Smoking while driving – N30,000/Impound vehicle.

14. Physically assault traffic officer – N50,000/6 months in prison.
15. Driving without full light – N50,000.
16. Driving with worn out tyre – N30,000.
17. Driving without spare tyre – N30,000
18. Driving smoking vehicle – N30,000
19. No fire extinguisher – N30,000
20. Broken windscreen – N30,000
21. Tinted windscreen – N30,000
22. Eating and driving with one hand – 3 months in prison.
23. One way driving – 3 years in prison
24. Driving without fasten seat belt – N30,000
25. Not painting a commercial vehicle the approved colour – N50,000
26. No car hire service permit – 1st 20,000; 2nd N30,000, Impound vehicle
27. Parking on the yellow line on any public highway/ illegal parking – 1st N20,000; subsequent N30,000
28. Vehicle crossing double yellow line/center line – 1st N20,000; subsequent N30,000.
29. Staying within the yellow junction box (offside rule) – 1st N20,000; subsequent N30,000
30. Failure to yield to the right of the way of the pedestrian at a zebra crossing – 1st N20,000; subsequent N30,000
31. Failure to give to traffic on the left at a roundabout – 1st N20,000; subsequent N30,000.
32. Driving on walkway or kerb – Impound
33. Reversing on the highway & parking on walkways – 50,000 naira
34. Obstruction of traffic -20,000 naira
35. Picking/Dropping passengers on illegal B/stop -50,000 naira
36. Driving on BRT lanes – 70,000 naira.
The Lagos State Government’s new traffic rules are a step in the right direction towards achieving a safer and more organized transportation system. By understanding the offenses and penalties outlined in these regulations, drivers and motorists can take responsibility for their actions and contribute to a reduction in road accidents and congestion. As the state continues to evolve and grow, it is essential that we all play our part in promoting road safety and respecting the rights of other road users especially Motorcycle and Bicycle users that vehicles and trailer drivers heartlessly knock down on the road. By doing so, we can create a better driving experience for everyone in Lagos.
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