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Motorcyclists, like all road users, are protected by law to ensure their safety on the roads. But there’s a limit. Not every motorcylist in Nigeria is protected by law especially the commercial motorcylists or tricyclists popularly called “Okada” and “Keke Maruwa”. The Lagos Traffic Law 2012 prohibits the operations of …

When an accident occurs involving a vehicle and a pedestrian, attributing the blame isn’t necessarily a straightforward process. The Highway Code states drivers must give pedestrians right of way – but what if a pedestrian caused the accident? Figures by the FRSC (Federal Road Safety Corps) shows that 453 pedestrians were …

In any work zone along any road, major or minor, Expect the Unexpected. Normal speed limits may be reduced, traffic lanes may be changed, and people and vehicles may be working on or near the road. Diamond-shaped orange warning signs are posted in advance of road construction projects. Slow down! …

As we approach the Salah celebration, lots of Muslims across the country are buying livestock for the festival. Transportation of livestock is a crucial part of this process. It’s important to be aware that livestock such as cattle, rams and goats on transit are very elusive and special care should …

Every vehicle brand has it’s own peculiar issue, this is evident when factory recalls are made. Since technical faults are spotted while in use, manufacturers rely on feedbacks from car owners to make necessary adjustments, sometimes major call-backs. Nissan hasn’t been exempted from this problem. According to www.carcomplaints.com analysis was …

I’d prefer to call them “Highway Bandits”. These individuals have little or no training in automobile repair. You’ll see them lurking in most inter-state highways in Nigeria. As cunning and dangerous as they are, we need to be careful when confronted with them. If you notice someone trying to stop …

With the determination of automobile manufacturers to phase out mechanical driven cars by 2020, we may start to see the mass production of electric cars sooner than we think. This is as a result of automobile manufacturers commitment to saving the environment by reducing carbon emission from mechanical cars. Recently …

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority popularly known from its abbreviated word LASTMA is Lagos state owned agency under the Ministry of Transport which was established in 2000 to ensure free flow of traffic on the roads of Lagos state. Unfortunately, many will agree with me that this aim hasn’t …

First Aid is the first step of treatment for injured and sick people before a thorough medical attention is given. Immediately after an incident, every second or minute counts because if nothing is done, it can lead to a more serious or permanent condition. As a driver it’s very important …

Earlier this week the Lagos state Governor banned the operation of the Vehicle Inspection Officers popularly known as VIO from Lagos roads. This has lead to a lot of mixed feelings of joy and disappointment. According to Sahara Reporters, the reason for the ban is to ease off traffic congestion …