Earlier this year, the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority announced it has sanctioned 19 of its officers over misconduct.
According to the agency’s General Manager, Olalekan Bakare-Oki, the disciplinary measures were taken by the Lagos State Civil Service Commission.
However, LASTMA’s role in the process remained unclear.
To find out how the agency ensures its officers – who are ubiquitous on Lagos streets – are properly trained and equipped for the job, Ikeja Record’s co-editor, Omon Okhuevbie, recently spoke to Mr. Bakare-Oki.
The interview transcript reproduced here was edited for clarity and brevity.
