Lagos warns motorists about fake parking operators in Computer Village
The Lagos State Government has cautioned residents and drivers in the Computer Village area of Ikeja about fraudsters posing as parking operators. According to the Lagos State Parking Authority, these individuals extort unsuspecting motorists by charging illegal parking fees. Adebisi Adelabu, General Manager of LASPA, highlighted that only LASPA is authorised to manage parking in Lagos State. Motorists are urged to use only registered operators and report any suspicious activities.
What we know
- Adebisi Adelabu revealed that fraudsters and touts are collecting illegal parking fees from drivers in the Computer Village and Ikeja under-bridge areas.
- Some operators allegedly clamp down on vehicles, remove number plates, or arrange towing, forcing owners to pay large fines.
- LASPA is the sole authority legally permitted to regulate parking in Lagos State.
- The agency has intensified monitoring and enforcement in Computer Village and nearby areas.
- Motorists are advised to use only LASPA-registered parking operators and to report any suspicious activity to authorities.
