He was intercepted after allegedly driving against the legally designated flow of traffic, an act authorities described as a serious threat to public safety.
The Lagos State Government has reiterated its zero-tolerance stance on traffic violations following the apprehension of a bullion van driver who violated a one-way traffic regulation along the Lekki corridor of the state.
The arrest was carried out under the supervision of the Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Transportation, Hon. Sola Giwa, as part of ongoing efforts to enforce traffic discipline and ensure road safety across the metropolis.
According to a statement issued by the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), the incident occurred earlier on Tuesday. The statement was signed by Adebayo Taofiq, Director, Public Affairs and Enlightenment Department of LASTMA.
The statement said, "The Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Transportation, Hon. Sola Giwa, has once again underscored the unwavering resolve of the present administration to uphold traffic discipline with the apprehension of a bullion van driver who brazenly violated a one-way traffic regulation earlier today."
The bullion van driver was identified as Mr. Daniel Ikede.
He was intercepted after allegedly driving against the legally designated flow of traffic, an act authorities described as a serious threat to public safety.
"The bullion van driver, Mr. Daniel Ikede, was intercepted for unlawfully driving against the legally designated flow of traffic an infraction expressly prohibited under the Lagos State Transport Sector Reform Law, 2018 and universally recognised as a grave menace to public safety and orderly traffic management," the statement said.
LASTMA explained that the violation occurred while the bullion van was travelling from a banking facility along the Chevron axis towards Ajah.
During questioning, the driver reportedly admitted to committing the offence.
The statement noted, "The incident occurred while the bullion van was reportedly moving from First Bank, Chevron axis, en route to Ajah. Upon interrogation Mr. Ikede admitted to driving in the prohibited direction while trailing a police escort vehicle that had accompanied the bullion van from its point of departure."
While traffic officials successfully intercepted the bullion van, the accompanying security personnel were not apprehended.
"However, while the bullion van was successfully apprehended through the prompt and decisive intervention, members of the escort team allegedly absconded from the scene, evading arrest,” it said.
Reacting to the incident, Giwa condemned the action and described it as an abuse of privilege.
He further emphasized that traffic laws apply equally to all road users regardless of status or security cover.
The Special Adviser also warned about the dangers associated with driving against traffic, noting that it remains one of the most dangerous traffic offences in the state.
The government reaffirmed its commitment to strict enforcement under the leadership of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.
LASTMA used the incident to remind motorists of their responsibility to obey traffic regulations at all times.
"The apprehended driver and the bullion van have been taken into custody and will be duly prosecuted in accordance with the law," the statement said.