Ogun State Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Corps, TRACE, has commenced operation “SAFE AND RESPONSIBLE DRIVING… A MUST” on Ogun traffic corridors with the deployment of 680 full strength of uniform operational capacity, 35 Patrol Vehicles, 20 Hired Medium and High Capacity Tow Trucks with standby crane through Private Sector Providers (PSP)
According to a release from the office of the TRACE Corps Commander/Chief Executive, Cdr. ‘Seni Ogunyemi, the operation which commenced on Monday, 13th December, 2021, will last through Monday, 10th January, 2022. The release stated that the Special Operation will be in synergy with other security and safety agencies and also involve the general public, particularly the motoring public, through the TRACE Traffic Whistle Blower Initiative, TRACE Emergency Traffic Service (TETS), as well as, TRACE Community Based Traffic Management Scheme, TRACE MAYORS, and approved trained Local Government Traffic Mayors, under the auspices of TRACE Corps, in order to ensure strict compliance to the procedural guidelines of the Special Operation Schedule.
The release further noted that this year’s festive season is unique in a way due to a new wave of Corona-Virus Pandemic, (Omicron Variant) which has further challenged us all as road users on the need to stay safe by driving responsibly during this period and plan our journey in order to be protected.
The statement also urge TRACE Corps operatives to be civil, humane and exhibit a high level of professionalism in the discharge of their duties, while imploring road users to employ and ensure that all Covid 19 ( Omicron Variant) protocols and guidelines are observed and respected because any vehicle contravened for any traffic infraction(s) during the celebrations will not be released until Monday, 10th January, 2022, when the Special Operation Order will come to an end.
However, for feedback calls in case of any emergency situation, the motoring public can call these lines: 112 (Toll free): 0803 423 3209; 0803 491 9165 and 0810 179 2333.
E-signed.
Cdr. Babatunde Akinbiyi.
TRACE Corps PRO (M&S)
For: TRACE Corps Commander/CE.
17th December, 2021.
