Lagos cyclists ride to promote safer roads and cycling awareness
Cyclists in Lagos teamed up with the Cycling Federation of Nigeria and road safety officials to advocate for safer roads and more recognition for bicycle users as part of activities marking the 2026 World Bicycle Day. The awareness ride covered major areas of the city, aiming to highlight cycling as a safe, affordable, and eco-friendly transportation option. Femi Thomas, a board member of the Cycling Federation of Nigeria, emphasized the importance of public acceptance and better infrastructure for cyclists. The event also featured calls from Kehinde Hamzat, Lagos State Sector Commander of the FRSC, for both compliance with traffic rules and government support for cycling infrastructure.
Match highlights
- The rally was organized by the Cycling Federation of Nigeria in partnership with FT Cycle Care and the Federal Road Safety Corps.
- The ride started at the National Stadium, Surulere, and ended at the FRSC office in Lagos, passing through several key areas.
- Femi Thomas highlighted the need for unity among cycling clubs and advocacy for cyclist safety and rights.
- Kehinde Hamzat urged cyclists to obey traffic laws and called on the government to design roads that accommodate bicycles.
- The 2026 World Bicycle Day theme, “Boosting Urban Life with the Bicycle,” focused on cycling as a solution to urban challenges like congestion and pollution.
