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The Chairman of the Oyo State Road Traffic Management Authority (OYTMA), Rtr. Major Adekoya Adesagba, has announced a significant upward review of penalties for traffic violations across the state.
According to the new directive, both first-time and repeat offenders will now be required to pay fines ranging from ₦20,000 to ₦200,000, depending on the nature and severity of the offence.
Speaking in Ibadan during a strategic meeting with the agency’s zonal commanders at the OYTMA headquarters, Adesagba clarified that the decision to increase fines is not intended to generate internal revenue for the state. Rather, it is a proactive measure aimed at instilling greater discipline among road users, enhancing safety, and ensuring seamless traffic flow throughout Oyo State.
“The safety of lives and property is our top priority,” the Chairman emphasized. “We are not focused on using fines to boost revenue. These new penalties are part of a broader effort to promote responsible road usage and prevent avoidable accidents caused by reckless behaviour.”
As part of the new enforcement framework, Adesagba outlined a detailed schedule of offences and corresponding fines. Driving an unlicensed motorcycle or tricycle, he explained, will now attract a fine of ₦25,000. Commercial motorcycles or tricycles that are not painted in the officially approved colours will incur a fine of ₦20,000 for first-time offenders and ₦30,000 for repeat offenders.
In a bid to deter dangerous driving habits, stricter penalties have been introduced for more serious infractions. For instance, any driver found operating a vehicle in a prohibited direction will be fined ₦100,000 on their first offence, and ₦200,000 for subsequent violations. Similarly, failure to park at designated motor parks will attract a fine of ₦20,000 for the initial offence and ₦30,000 for repeat offences.
Beyond penalizing motorists, Adesagba also issued a stern warning to OYTMA personnel, cautioning that any officer found engaging in bribery or other forms of misconduct while on duty will face strict disciplinary measures. “We cannot expect discipline from the public if our own officers are not leading by example,” he said.
The OYTMA Chairman expressed confidence that the implementation of these revised penalties, coupled with internal accountability, will lead to improved road culture and enhanced public confidence in the agency’s operations.
Adesagba reaffirmed the commitment of OYTMA to creating safer roads for all residents and visitors in Oyo State, urging motorists to comply with traffic rules to avoid sanctions and contribute to a safer transportation environment.