The President of the Chartered Institute of Transport Administration, Prince Segun Ochuko Obayendo, FinsTA, has lamented the recent unfortunate event on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway that claimed the life of a truck driver.
The unfortunate incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday when the truck driver lost control of his truck and collided with another tanker from behind, killing the driver.
Obayendo, in a statement signed by Chinwe Uwaegbute, its National Publicity Secretary, emphasized the necessity for truck drivers to work ‘exclusively’ at night.
”We must revisit the policy allowing truck drivers to exclusively operate on our roads at midnight.
”President Prince Segun Ochuko Obayendo, FinsTA, calls upon the relevant agencies responsible for ensuring highway safety to take decisive action to prevent these incidents from becoming a recurring occurrence.
”Additionally, the Truck Owners Association of Nigeria is urged to prioritize the vigilance and physical fitness of its members before allowing them to operate on the roads.
”Furthermore, the government is urged to explore deliberate investments
in railway infrastructure nationwide for the transportation of highly inflammable goods.
”During this difficult time, we extend our heartfelt condolences to the family of the deceased truck driver. CIOTA remains committed to advocating for the safety and welfare of all transport stakeholders.”