LASU Transport Expert Urges FG to Establish Road Transport Authority
Prof. Samuel Gbadebo Odewumi, a distinguished transportation expert from Lagos State University (LASU), is advocating for the establishment of a specialized Road Transport Authority by the Federal Government.
Chris Oyeoku Okafor 
Professor Samuel Gbadebo Odewumi, a renowned transportation expert and former Dean of the Faculty of Transportation and Logistics at Lagos State University (LASU), has called on the Federal Government to establish a dedicated Road Transport Authority to oversee road affairs in Nigeria.
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Speaking at an all-inclusive transportation talkshop hosted by LASU's Faculty of Transport and Logistics, Prof. Odewumi emphasized the need for specialized management of Nigeria's road transportation sector, highlighting the existing dedicated parastatals for rail, maritime, and aviation sectors.
Drawing attention to Nigeria's alarming road accident rates, Prof. Odewumi stressed the urgent need for a professionally managed ministry dedicated to road transport. He believes that such an initiative could significantly improve economic growth and human survival rates by addressing safety concerns and enhancing operational efficiency.
"To reverse Nigeria's unenviable position of having the highest rate of road accidents globally, the Federal Government must consider the establishment of a dedicated Road Transport Authority," Prof. Odewumi asserted.
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He further outlined the importance of the three 'E's in road management: Enforcement, Enlightenment, and Education, as critical strategies for enhancing road safety and improving overall transportation efficiency.
The talkshop, which brought together stakeholders from the road and water transportation sectors, addressed various challenges facing the industry, including over-speeding, drunk-driving, and the conduct of safety personnel. Participants emphasized the collective responsibility of ensuring safety on Nigeria's roads and waterways.
As Nigeria strives to enhance its transportation infrastructure and improve road safety, Prof. Odewumi's advocacy for the creation of a Road Transport Authority offers a timely and compelling solution to address the pressing issues plaguing the nation's road transport sector.
