The Adamawa State Commissioner for Works, Mohammed Suleiman, has issued a stern warning to motorists and commercial drivers across the state to desist from reckless driving and the violation of traffic regulations. Speaking during an inspection of newly completed road infrastructure in the state capital, Yola, on Thursday, April 9, 2026, the Commissioner expressed deep concern over the “Increasing Rate of Vandalism” of road barriers and the misuse of newly constructed flyovers. He noted that while the state government has invested billions of naira in “Urban Renewal,” the longevity and safety of these projects are being threatened by the negligent behavior of some road users.
Commissioner Mohammed Suleiman specifically highlighted the “Dangerous Rollbacks” involving heavy-duty vehicles on the state’s new flyovers. He explained that many of these vehicles, often overloaded and poorly maintained, develop mechanical faults while ascending the bridges, posing a “Lethal Risk” to other motorists. The Commissioner warned that the government would no longer tolerate the “Vandalisation of Wire Mesh” and the removal of reflective signages, which are critical for nighttime navigation. He announced that the “Adamawa State Traffic Management Agency” (ASTMA) has been directed to intensify patrols and to “Prosecute and Impound” any vehicle found violating weight limits or driving against the flow of traffic.
The warning from the Commissioner follows a series of minor accidents attributed to “Over-Speeding” and the disregard for traffic lights in the Jimeta-Yola axis. Stakeholders in the transport sector, including the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) Adamawa State Chapter, have been urged to educate their members on the “Social Responsibility” of protecting public infrastructure. The Commissioner emphasized that “Infrastructure is a Common Heritage” and its destruction through recklessness translates to a loss of taxpayers’ money. He also appealed to the “Federal Road Safety Corps” (FRSC) to collaborate with the state to ensure that the “Flyover Corridors” remain accident-free.
Transport and safety analysts observe that the “Infrastructure Boom” in Adamawa requires a corresponding “Safety Culture” among the populace. Experts suggest that the government should consider installing “Speed Cameras” and “Height Sensors” on the flyovers to automatically detect and deter violators. Analysts argue that the “Structural Integrity” of the bridges can be compromised by the constant breakdown of heavy vehicles at the peaks, leading to oil spills and surface degradation. They suggest that a “Comprehensive Traffic Education” campaign should be integrated into the state’s urban management strategy to ensure that the new roads do not become “Death Traps” due to human error.
The broader implications of the Commissioner’s warning point toward a “Zero-Tolerance Approach” to lawlessness on the state’s highways. As Adamawa State positions itself as a “Logistics Hub” in the North-East, the safety of its roads is a critical factor for economic growth. The Governor Ahmadu Umaru Firi-led administration has made “Infrastructure Excellence” a hallmark of its tenure, and the Commissioner’s stance is a move to protect that legacy. For the residents of Yola and beyond, the message is a reminder that “Road Safety” is a collective duty. As the enforcement of traffic laws tightens in the coming weeks, the focus remains on reducing the “Fatality Rates” and ensuring that the state’s modern road network serves its intended purpose of enhancing ease of movement.
