Soludo Slashes Fine By Traffic Offenders… 

The Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Soludo has announced dramatic reduction of fine payable by traffic offenders to five thousand Naira starting from today fifth September, 2023.

The Governor made the announcement during his quarterly chat with Ndi Anambra at Awka. 

The Governor who was responding to issues regarding the activities of Anambra State Road Traffic Agency, explained that the agency is designed for law and order on Anambra roads.

He said that the five thousand naira fine which will take effect from today, is to ease the challenges people face pending when all the roads are completely marked to enable road users know exactly what is obtainable and the punishment involved.

He noted that the official amount for each offense will be made public at that time and the payment system as well, to avoid unlawful extortion of motorists and warned against paying cash to anyone.

According to Governor Soludo, the system will ensure zero tolerance for bribery and warned that any officer caught will be seriously dealt with.

The Governor emphasized that government is about making life seamless for the people and not otherwise and promised adequate training and retraining of ATMA officers for effective service delivery.

He maintained that government is aware that people pay different amounts as fine, depending on the offense committed and made it clear that the flat rate of five thousand will help reduce misunderstanding and advised Ndi Anambra to always be law abiding and commended the men of Anambra State Traffic Management Agency for their commitment towards ensuring free flow of traffic on Anambra roads.

The Governor among other issues hammered on touting activities, saying that a legislation is coming up geared towards ending touting in Anambra State, even as he called on those involved in touting to desist from the act for their own good.