All is set for the 4th edition of Lagos Traffic Radio Lecture Series with the theme “Lagos Beyond Roads: The Inter-Modal Transport Option”, at the Eko FM Multi-Purpose Hall, Agidingbi, Ikeja, on Thursday, July 18, 2019 by 11:00 a.m.

The Lecture, according to a release issued by the Radio Station, was designed to set agenda for a future Traffic Management System in the State while not unmindful of the comparative advantage of the city towards having a more robust inter-modal transport system.

It stated further that the fourth edition is in tandem with the Traffic Management and Transportation initiatives of Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, Governor of Lagos State, as one of the pivotal policy thrust of his administration (T.H.E.M.E.S), which under Transportation and Traffic Management includes “integration of road, rail and water transportation to ease commuting by Lagosians”, leaning to the State’s Government holistic approach to decongest our roads.

The statement added that the platform is also packaged to promote the need for the State Government to fully adopt and implement the inter-modal transport initiative as it would allow commuters navigate Lagos with ease, using the combination of Roads, Waterways and Rail as well as to make positive impact on travel experience in the State.

Noting that this would further afford stakeholders in the transportation sector to interface, come up with different ideas and practices including the latest tools that could be deployed to better manage the ever-increasing traffic challenges within the State.

According to the release, “In the past years, the Lecture Series have enhanced the body of knowledge in Traffic and Transportation sector just as this year’s event would further enrich the on-going discussion on the need for the State Government to redouble efforts on its inter-modal system of transportation, as a solution to the gridlock in Lagos”.

“The platform will also serve as an avenue to recognize outstanding officials of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), Vehicle Inspections Service (VIS) & Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), for their contributions to the traffic management in the State”, it noted.

The Lead Speaker and Special Guest of Honour for the event is the immediate past, Hon. Minister for Works, Power and Housing, and a former Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babatunde Raji Fashola, SAN.

Other Guest Speakers include the Managing Director, National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), Senator, Olorunimbe Mamora; Chairman, Institute of Strategic Management, Lagos State Chapter, AVM (Dr.) Sikiru Oladimeji Smith (rtd) and Public Affairs Officer, United States Consulate General, Lagos, Mr. Russell Brooks.

The Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu is expected to be the Chief Host.