LASTMA Issues Warning Against Roller Skates and Wheeled Shoes on Lagos Highways

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has issued a public warning urging children and young adults to avoid riding roller skates and wheeled shoes on the city’s highways. The authority cited safety concerns, noting that such non‑motorized devices increase the risk of collisions with motor vehicles. LASTMA’s advisory is part of its ongoing traffic safety campaign aimed at reducing accidents involving pedestrians and cyclists on major thoroughfares. By targeting the most vulnerable users—children and young adults—the warning seeks to curb the number of incidents that can occur when these devices are used on busy roads. The announcement follows a series of recent traffic incidents involving skaters and highlights the need for stricter enforcement of road‑use regulations in Lagos.