The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) today organized a one-day Advanced Training Workshop themed “Mental Well-Being and Trauma Care” for its senior officers at the Agency’s Training Room, Oshodi, Lagos.
The impactful session was spearheaded by the General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, and featured a distinguished lecture by Professor Akindotun Merino, President of JARS Educational Group, U.S.A., and Founder of the Africa Trauma Care Alliance. Professor Merino, a renowned mental health advocate, delivered deep insights into the psychological dynamics of trauma, resilience, and emotional intelligence in high-stress work environments.
In his opening remarks, Mr. Bakare-Oki urged participants to engage proactively with the training, emphasizing the critical importance of psychological stability in public service delivery.
He stressed that the advanced training would go a long way in ensuring effectiveness and prompt service delivery to all road users particularly motoring public.
“The Lagos State Government continues to invest significantly in the professional advancement of LASTMA personnel through structured training, retraining programmes, and the provision of modern operational tools and safety kits,” he stated.
He further stressed that mental wellness is essential for officers tasked with managing the intense pressures of traffic control in a bustling metropolis like Lagos.
The training underscores LASTMA’s commitment to fostering a mentally resilient and emotionally intelligent workforce—capable of executing its mandate with empathy, efficiency, and professionalism.
Other participants at the advanced training includes all Directors, Comptrollers, Commanders and including LASTMA Unit Heads.
