Oyo State Deploys One-Way Tyre Spikes to Curb Wrong-Way Driving

• The Oyo state government under the leadership of Governor Seyi Makinde has devised an innovative way to reduce traffic incidents
• The government has deployed tyre-bursting spikes on some selected roads to rein in unrepentant one-way plyer
• The government has yet to issue an official statement explaining the formal rationale behind the development

The Oyo State Government has taken a bold step to address the persistent issue of wrong-way driving by introducing one-way tyre spikes as a deterrent.

This innovative measure, designed to puncture the tyres of vehicles moving against traffic, aims to enforce stricter compliance with road regulations and enhance safety for all road users.

A viral video circulating on social media captures the new enforcement tool in action. Shared on X (formerly Twitter) by OyoAffairs on Tuesday, the footage highlights the installation of the spikes along Idi-Ape, a major road in the state.

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“To prevent motorists from driving the wrong way on one-way roads, the Oyo State Government has started installing ‘One-Way Tyre Spikes.’ This one here is located along Idi-Ape.”

Makinde yet to publicly address changes

While the video has sparked widespread discussion online, the state government has not yet released an official statement confirming the full-scale implementation of the initiative.

The lack of formal communication has left many residents curious about the extent of the rollout and whether the measure will be adopted across other high-traffic areas.

The introduction of the tyre spikes reflects the government’s commitment to tackling reckless driving and reducing road accidents caused by motorists flouting traffic laws.

By physically preventing vehicles from entering one-way roads incorrectly, the spikes serve as both a punishment and a deterrent, discouraging drivers from engaging in dangerous behavior.

Public reactions to the measure have been mixed. Some residents have praised the government for taking decisive action to improve road safety, while others have raised concerns about potential delays or accidents caused by punctured tyres

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Despite the debate, many agree that stricter enforcement is necessary to curb the rampant disregard for traffic rules in the state.

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The governor made this known while speaking at the 11th Omituntun Ramadan lecture on Monday, March 1. The event took place at the government house arcade in Ibadan, the state capital.

According to The Cable, the lecture, which was titled ‘Benefits of Being a Good Neighbour: An Islamic Perspective’, was delivered by the grand chief Imam of Ogbomosholand, Yunus Olushina Teliat.

Leaders from religious and political spheres of life, including former Governor Rashidi Ladoja, attended the event.

Speaking at the event in largely Yoruba language, the governor said the lecture gave him the opportunity to express his gratitude to Muslim leaders in the state over their support for his administration.

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Legit.ng earlier reported that the Oyo state governorship election had become one of the most discussed focuses in the 2027 general elections as politicians have begun to gear up for the polity.

This is as Governor Seyi Makinde will be rounding up his second tenure in office, and possible successors have continued to strategise.

Titilope Anifowoshe, a legal practitioner, in an exclusive interview with Legit.ng, discussed factors that would influence the 2027 governorship election in Oyo.

Source: Legit.ng