Christmas : OYRTMA launches yuletide patrol

The Oyo State Road Traffic Management Authority (OYRTMA), has launched a special patrol operation to ensure seamless traffic management and safety during the Christmas and New Year celebrations.

This was made known on Tuesday, by the OYRTMA Chairman, Major Adekoya Adesagba (rtd), at his office Secretariat, Ibadan.

According to the OYRTMA Executive Chairman, the operation commenced on Friday, December 20, 2024, and will end on Sunday, January 15, 2025.

The exercise will involve monitoring of motorists and other road users, including high and low capacity vehicles, to guarantee safety of lives and property on all major roads and corridors.

The special patrol operation will cover major highways and areas including Lagos/Ibadan Expressway; Apata/Omi/Abeokuta axis;

Challenge/Dugbe/Mokola UI axis; Ojoo/Moniya/Akinyele/Oyo Expressway; Sango/Eleyele/Alesinloye axis; Iwo Road Interchange/Monatan/Olodo axis and

Molete/Bere/Gate Bashorun/Akobo axis.

The operation will also involve collaboration with other road safety and security agencies, as well as community-based traffic management schemes, to ensure a shared responsibility for road safety.

He directed Zonal and Unit Commanders to ensure that OYRTMA operatives are presentable, civil, professional, fair, and firm in the discharge of their duties.

Maj. Adesagba (rtd) commended the Oyo State Government for their efforts in maintaining safety and order within the state.

“As we celebrate the Yuletide season, I urge all residents of Oyo State to please abide by the rules and regulations put in place for their safety”, he said.

“Your cooperation is crucial in ensuring a peaceful and enjoyable holiday season for everyone. Let’s work together to make Oyo State a safer and more pleasant place to live,” he added.

In case of emergency situations or for feedback, the public can reach OYRTMA on the following hotlines : 07058890036, 07047000594, and 09128888878.