The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has issued a warning against the use of rolling skate shoes and other wheeled footwear on highways, expressways, bridges, service lanes, and other vehicular corridors across Lagos State. According to LASTMA, these devices leave users dangerously exposed to moving vehicles, particularly when attempting to glide alongside traffic, cross carriageways, or maneuver through busy roads without protective equipment or adult supervision.
LASTMA's Director of Public Affairs and Enlightenment Department, Adebayo Taofiq, stated that the agency is urging parents, guardians, schools, and caregivers to prevent children and other vulnerable road users from using the footwear for recreation on roads. Instead, users are advised to restrict skating activities to designated recreational facilities, private compounds, and other areas suitable for the activity. This warning is aimed at reducing the risk of accidents and promoting road safety.
The agency highlighted the risks associated with using rolling skate shoes on roads, citing the simultaneous movement of vehicles, motorcycles, and pedestrians. This can make it difficult for users to react quickly to sudden changes in traffic, potentially resulting in serious crashes and life-changing injuries. To mitigate this risk, LASTMA recommended the use of helmets, knee pads, elbow pads, and other protective equipment when using the footwear in appropriate locations.
LASTMA's General Manager, Olalekan Bakare-Oki, urged motorists to be particularly vigilant around children and young people using wheeled footwear, especially in residential areas, estates, and school zones. He emphasized that no recreational activity should justify exposing users or other road users to avoidable danger. By working together, LASTMA aims to promote a culture of road safety and reduce the incidence of accidents.
The warning issued by LASTMA is part of a broader effort to promote road safety and reduce the risk of accidents in Lagos State. By educating the public about the risks associated with using rolling skate shoes on roads, LASTMA hopes to prevent accidents and promote a culture of safety. The agency is working to ensure that road users are aware of the risks and take necessary precautions to stay safe.
In addition to the warning, LASTMA is also working to engage with stakeholders, including parents, schools, and caregivers, to promote road safety and prevent accidents. By working together, LASTMA aims to create a safer environment for all road users in Lagos State. The agency is committed to promoting road safety and reducing the incidence of accidents.
The Lagos State government is taking steps to promote road safety and reduce the incidence of accidents. With the help of LASTMA, the government aims to create a safer environment for all road users in Lagos State. By promoting road safety and preventing accidents, the government hopes to reduce the risk of injuries and fatalities on the state's roads.
Key points
- LASTMA warns against using rolling skate shoes on highways in Lagos State due to the risk of serious crashes and life-changing injuries.
- The agency recommends using protective equipment, such as helmets and knee pads, when using wheeled footwear in appropriate locations.
- LASTMA urges parents, guardians, schools, and caregivers to prevent children and other vulnerable road users from using wheeled footwear for recreation on roads.
