Lagos State Government, on Monday, commenced full enforcement of the e-call-up system, introduced to streamline and regulate truck activities along the Lekki-Epe axis of the state.
In a statement signed by the Lagos State Ministry of Transportation Spokesperson, Mrs. Bolanle Ogunlola, 21 trucks have so far violated the E-Call-Up system rules and were apprehended but later released as an act of goodwill on the part of the State government.
According to the Lagos Ministry of Transportation, the technology-driven e-call-up system has been in the pipeline for over 2 years in anticipation of large vehicular traffic that will be generated by trucks assessing the Lekki Deep Seaport, Lekki Free Zone, Dangote Refinery, and other industries within the axis.
With enforcement now in full effect, the State Government urges Truckers to comply with the system as several engagement meetings were held to educate stakeholders on the benefits of the e-call up and adequate time given for all stakeholders to come on board. Similarly, the enforcement date was adjourned severally to encourage total integration and willful compliance.
Having been given adequate room for full compliance, enforcement commenced on 24th January 2025 with 10 trucks apprehended but were later released as an act of goodwill by the state government with assurance from the stakeholders to adjust by coming board the e-call-up system.
However, on Friday 21st February 2025, 11 trucks were apprehended again for non-compliance, which led to attack on the enforcement officers and the arrest of some suspects connected with the attack, though, the suspects and trucks have all been released as a further indication of government’s support for willful compliance. The state government warns that these acts of clemency should not be seen as a weakness on the part of government.
Stakeholders on the axis are cautioned that a total enforcement process will commence from 1st of March, 2025. All violators will be apprehended and made to face the full wrath of the law.
The Lagos State Government remains committed to providing a conducive environment for the success of all stakeholders situated and operating along the Lekki-Epe axis, and, by extension, the state as a whole.
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