At least 25 officials of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has been sanctioned, Lagos State Solicitor General, Lawal Pedro (SAN) stated.
As stated by Pedro, the erring officers of the agency appeared before the disciplinary committee in his Ministry for various offenses which includes irregular issuance of fine tickets, refusal to put on uniform while on duty, illegal extortion of money from motorists, performing unauthorised duty, engaging the services of non-staff to drive an apprehended vehicle, among others.
He said all the erring officers found guilty of various offences which include official misconduct and illegal practices have been sanctioned accordingly.
Pedro said government would no longer tolerate unruly behaviour, indiscipline, corrupt practices and disobedience to lawful orders by the traffic officers, charging them to henceforth desist from practices that could damage the reputation of the government.
He said the era of indiscipline and impunity in the agency is over.
He also warned that henceforth, any officer found wanting will not go unpunished
Pedro said government has re-branded the agency to serve the public better and it is now to be known as the Lagos State Law Enforcement (Traffic) Officer, adding that it will now operate under the Ministry of Justice.