The Lagos State Government has impounded 10 articulated vehicles and heavy-duty trucks for violating access restrictions on the Third Mainland Bridge.
The vehicles were seized by an enforcement team established to ensure compliance with the statutory regulations on restricted routes.
The Special Adviser to the Governor on Transportation, Sola Giwa, made this known in a statement on Sunday.
The statement was signed by the Director of Public Affairs and Enlightenment, Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, Taofiq Adebayo.
According to Giwa, the operation reflected the government’s firm stance on public safety and adherence to traffic laws.
He said the trucks were impounded over the weekend, marking the start of the strict enforcement campaign.
“This demonstrates the administration’s commitment to regulatory order and the protection of lives and infrastructure,” he said.
Giwa noted that the action followed prior engagement with stakeholders, awareness campaigns, and official notices on the bridge restriction.
He described the Third Mainland Bridge as a vital link that had recently undergone significant rehabilitation.
Despite prior warnings, some drivers continue to disobey the law, endangering lives and the bridge’s integrity,” he stated.
He stressed that articulated vehicles above nine tonnes were legally barred from using the bridge.
“This restriction is backed by law, and violators will face strict penalties,” he said.
Giwa confirmed that LASTMA officers would fully enforce the regulation, with no exemptions for offenders.
He said the bridge, connecting Lagos mainland to the Island, now has advanced surveillance systems
“These include high-definition speed cameras designed to track infractions and monitor compliance in real time,” he added.
He said the initiative was part of the Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu administration’s wider strategy for road safety and responsible driving.
“The goal is to prevent bridge fatigue and ensure safe, efficient traffic movement,” he said.
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