Six Lagos motorists convicted and fined for traffic violations
Several motorists in Lagos have been convicted for various traffic offences after an enforcement operation in the Haruna area of Ikorodu. The Lagos State Ministry of Justice announced the convictions and fines following their arraignment before a Special Offences Court presided over by Magistrate K.A. Ariyo. Defendants faced charges such as driving against traffic and making illegal U-turns. Some pleaded not guilty, leading to adjourned trials, while others were fined or sentenced to community service.
What happened
- The Lagos State Ministry of Justice secured convictions for six motorists over traffic violations in Haruna, Ikorodu.
- Onasanya Daniel pleaded not guilty to charges, with his trial adjourned to April 21, 2026.
- Omowunmi Babatunde was found guilty and fined N200,000, plus an additional N20,000 or one month of community service.
- Olayemi Oluwabamigbe had his matter adjourned to May 5, 2026 after mixed pleas on his charges.
- Lawal Abdulwasiu was found guilty of multiple offences, with sentencing adjourned to March 24, 2026.
