The Lagos State Government has declared a directive mandating all e-hailing operators to bring their vehicles for mandatory ory inspection, in a renewed push to improve safety standards, service quality, and regulatory compliance across the industry.
Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, disclosed the policy during an engagement session with e-hailing companies in Ikeja, expressing concern over the deteriorating condition of some vehicles operating under licensed platforms.
He noted that any vehicle found to be unfit would be swiftly removed from service.
According to Osiyemi, the state has observed an increase in safety risks and a decline in service delivery by certain operators. He stressed that the government would not compromise on measures aimed at safeguarding lives and property, adding that non-compliance would attract sanctions.
Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Transportation, Olawale Musa, reiterated the position of government, warning that unregistered vehicles would not be tolerated due to the security threats they pose. He emphasised the importance of maintaining accurate, up-to-date information within the ministry’s digital system to ensure effective oversight.
Representatives from licensed platforms, comprising Uber, Bolt, Lagride, Laurie, Vas Acquico, InDrive, Folti Tech, and EDryv addressed the meeting on safety upgrades.
