Ogun mobile court fines 20 drivers for traffic violations
A mobile magistrate’s court in Ogun State has convicted 20 drivers for various traffic offences. The court, led by Chief Magistrate O.T. Odusanya, imposed fines during the second phase of a mobile court operation by the Federal Road Safety Corps, Ogun State Command. Akinwunmi Fasakin, the sector commander, highlighted that the initiative aims to ensure strict compliance with traffic regulations. The operation focused on critical safety violations and received support from security agencies.
What we know
- The Federal Road Safety Corps Ogun State Command conducted Phase II of its mobile court sitting at the Itori Unit Command.
- Chief Magistrate O.T. Odusanya presided over the court, convicting 20 motorists for various offences.
- A total of 40 offences were documented, with 39 resulting in fines and none in imprisonment.
- Offences included breaches of speed limit device regulations, overloading, failure to use seatbelts, and issues with licences and vehicle maintenance.
- Akinwunmi Fasakin stated that the exercise is part of ongoing efforts to reduce road traffic crashes and promote safe driving.
