The Osun State Government has engaged security agencies and other relevant stakeholders ahead of the enforcement of its Integrated Transport, Traffic and Park Management Law, 2026, in a move aimed at improving traffic management, curbing illegal revenue collection and restoring order in the state’s transportation sector.
The stakeholder engagement, held on Friday, brought together key institutions to discuss the provisions of the law, clarify enforcement responsibilities and strengthen cooperation among agencies responsible for maintaining order on the state’s roads and motor parks.
Speaking at the meeting, the Chairman of the House Committee on Public Works and Transport and representative of the Irewole/Isokan State Constituency, Hon. Abiola Inaolaji, said the engagement was designed to familiarise participating institutions with the law and ensure its effective implementation.
Inaolaji explained that the legislation seeks to protect residents, safeguard transport infrastructure, improve the transportation system and eliminate thuggery and violence associated with motor park activities.
He stressed that the implementation of the law must be guided by its provisions, warning enforcement officers against harassing motorists, engaging in unauthorised revenue collection or abusing their positions.
According to the lawmaker, public confidence, cooperation among security agencies and strict adherence to the law will be essential to achieving its objectives.
He added that the government expects all agencies involved in enforcement to discharge their responsibilities professionally and within the limits of their legal authority.
Osun Police Commissioner Warns Against Defaced Number Plates
The Osun State Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Zungura, described the Integrated Transport, Traffic and Park Management Law as a significant milestone in regulating the state’s transportation sector.
Zungura said the legislation, which he stated was signed into law on October 15, 2026, addresses important aspects of road management, including traffic lights, vehicle impoundments and towing operations.
He also issued a warning to motorists who cover, conceal or deface their vehicle number plates, saying offenders would face arrest and prosecution in line with directives from the Inspector-General of Police.
According to the police commissioner, the directive applies across states and is intended to ensure that vehicle registration numbers remain visible for identification and law enforcement purposes.
“That’s a very general phenomenon that cuts across all the states. And because of that, the Inspector-General of Police has given a marching order to all Commissioners of Police that any such person or vehicle seen covering or defaced number plate should be arrested and prosecuted,” Zungura stated.
His warning underscores the importance of compliance with vehicle identification requirements as the state prepares to implement the new transport management framework.
Osun Amotekun Pledges Support for Park Management
The Corps Commander of the Osun Amotekun Corps, Chief Adekunle Isaac Omoyele, also assured the state government that the security outfit would support the Osun State Park Management in maintaining law and order.
The commitment is expected to strengthen security cooperation around motor parks and transportation activities, particularly in addressing disorder and violence that have affected park operations.
The involvement of security agencies and other stakeholders is intended to ensure a coordinated approach to implementing the law and maintaining order across the state’s transport system.
Law Targets Illegal Revenue Collection and Motor Park Violence
The Integrated Transport, Traffic and Park Management Law, 2026, is expected to provide a framework for improving the management of transportation activities, regulating traffic operations and addressing illegal practices in motor parks.
The state government has identified effective traffic management, the protection of public infrastructure and the elimination of unauthorised revenue collection as key objectives of the implementation process.
The emphasis on lawful enforcement also signals the need to balance regulatory compliance with the protection of motorists and other road users from harassment and abuse.
As Osun State moves towards enforcement, cooperation among government institutions, security agencies, transport operators and members of the public is expected to play a critical role in determining the effectiveness of the new law.
The stakeholder engagement therefore represents an important step towards preparing the relevant institutions for implementation, with authorities stressing that enforcement must remain professional, coordinated and consistent with the law.
