The Lagos state waterways Authority (LASWA) has urge all waterways users in the state to be more safety conscious as the Agency begin its Ember months safety awareness and sensitisation campaigns.
In a press statement released on Wednesday by the General Manager, LASWA, Mr. Oluwadamilola Emmanuel, the agency urged ferry operators, passengers, fishermen, dredgers and all other waterways users to always be wary of turbulent weather conditions and adhere strictly to rules and regulations on the waterways during this Embers months and at all times.
The GM urge boat operators to regularly ensure their ferries are in good condition before sailing while passengers were advised to always put on their life jackets before boarding a ferry.
Also in the statement, the GM hinted that the search and rescue unit of the agency was currently being upgraded with acquisition of sophisticated equipment and training of more personnel for emergency responses while a central control room for real time monitoring of the entire Lagos waterways was also underway.
Mr. Emmanuel added that the Lagos state government under Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu was committed to making the waterways a viable option for transportation in the state.
He concluded by soliciting the support of all stakeholders in the sector in achieving a clean safe and prosperous waterways in Lagos.
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