Lagos Waterways Authority Begins Distribution Of Life Jackets

To improve waterways safety and prepare for the rainy season, the Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA), has commenced its yearly Waterways Safety Awareness Campaign by distributing free life jackets to users.

In a press statement by the head, Public Affairs unit, Wuraola Alake, said LASWA also enlighten Ferry passengers about waterways safety rules and regulations.

LEADERSHIP reports that the LASWA continuous safety sensitization program kicked off over the weekend, at Ebute Ero jetty and then moved to Sabonkoji, Temidire, and Liverpool Jetties. The Safety Awareness Campaign team was at Ipakodo Ferry Terminal and later moved to Baiyeku, Ibeshe, and Ijede Jetties Ikorodu axis.

Several items, such as safety information booklets, safety souvenirs, and different sizes of Life jackets, were donated to ferry passengers in these Jetties and Terminals.

In addition, LASWA officials lectured passengers on safety precautions such as what to do in an emergency, how to wear a lifejacket properly, and other safety rules and regulations at each event.

Commuters also engaged in an interactive session during which passengers inquired about waterways transportation while also commending the regulatory Authority for organizing such a lofty program.