The Kwara State Road Traffic Management Authority, KWARTMA, has commenced full operations along the Ogbondoroko-Afon Road to ease the persistent traffic challenges faced by commuters.
This development follows public outcry over indiscriminate parking and complete blockage of the Ogbondoroko axis by trucks and trailers.
Speaking on the intervention, KWARTMA Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Abdullahi Suleiman Oba, described the spate of lawless parking on the route as alarming.
He noted that the situation has subjected local government workers, teachers, students, health personnel and other road users to severe gridlocks caused by heavy-duty trucks delivering raw materials to nearby manufacturing companies.
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Mr. Oba assured that KWARTMA will work in synergy with the companies operating in the area and engage relevant stakeholders to improve travel experience along Afon Road.
He further disclosed that the Authority will sustain both day and night operations to minimize loss of productive man-hours and improve free flow of traffic.
As part of strategic measures, KWARTMA will mount road signages, operational equipment including tow services along the route to check the excesses of errant drivers.
The CEO cautioned the truck drivers to abide by traffic regulations while appealing to the Ogbondoroko community and all road users to extend maximum cooperation to KWARTMA officials in addressing the traffic situation.
He appreciated the management of Olam Agri for their promptness, cooperation and supports given to KWARTMA in achieving this important milestone and reaffirmed the Authority’s commitment to promoting road safety, enforcing traffic regulations and ensuring the free flow of traffic across Kwara State.
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