The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) on Tuesday, January 28, unveiled more directives proposed in the National Transport and Safety Authority (Operation of Commercial Service Vehicles) Regulations, 2025 directed to commercial service owners, carriers, and operators.
The five new proposals seek to ensure that commercial vehicle owners hone in on their responsibilities and follow strict regulations to ensure their vehicles do not endanger other motorists. "Responsibilities of commercial service vehicle owners, carriers or operators as proposed in the draft regulations," part of the statement read, followed by the five proposed responsibilities.
To start with, all vehicle owners and operators are expected to maintain the vehicle in proper and fit mechanical condition for safe operation.
They are thus expected to keep maintenance records for each of their vehicles for a minimum period of two years.
