Traffic Offenders

The Lagos State Special Offenses (Mobile) Court, on Tuesday, 17 March 2026, convicted several traffic offenders following an enforcement exercise carried out at Haruna, Ikorodu, Lagos. The offenders were arraigned before the Court, presided over by Magistrate K.A. Ariyo, for various violations of the Lagos State Transport Sector Reform Law and other traffic regulations. After reviewing the cases, the Court delivered its judgments in accordance with the applicable laws Details of the offenders and the outcomes of their cases are as follows: Sentence:• Fine of ₦200,000 pending forfeiture• ₦20,000 fine or one month community service Sentence:• Count 1: ₦200,000 fine• Count 2: ₦20,000 fine or one month community service Sentence:• Count 1: ₦200,000 fine• Count 2: ₦20,000 fine or one month community service The defendant was found guilty on all counts, and the matter was adjourned to Tuesday, 24 March 2026 for sentencing. The Prosecution was led by Olufemi Adekunle, appearing with Oluwabusola Omotunde on behalf of the State. The Lagos State Ministry of Justice reiterates that the Mobile Court remains a vital mechanism for the prompt dispensation of justice in traffic-related offences across the State. Motorists are therefore advised to adhere strictly to traffic rules and regulations and conduct themselves responsibly on the roads, as offenders will continue to face prosecution under the law.