How to verify traffic tickets, check vehicle status in Lagos - Punch Newspapers
Motorists in Lagos can verify the authenticity of traffic tickets and check their vehicle status through official government platforms, the Lagos State Ministry of Transportation has advised. According to the ministry on X on Friday, the advisory comes amid concerns over fraudulent text messages and malicious links being circulated to motorists. Scammers are allegedly posing as government agencies and claiming that recipients have committed traffic offences. Motorists are advised not to click on unverified links, disclose personal or banking information, or make payments through third-party platforms. To verify a traffic ticket, motorists can use the Lagos State Traffic Management Solutions (TMS) portal. The platform allows users to search for traffic violations using their vehicle number and chassis number, or the Violation Number displayed on a ticket. Motorists can also use the official PAYVIS platform to check vehicle-related bills and other relevant information by entering their vehicle plate number or bill number. The Ministry of Transportation has warned that fraudulent platforms may attempt to lure motorists by offering discounts on traffic penalties. It stressed that Lagos State does not offer discounts on traffic penalties, noting that official statutory fines are fixed. Motorists are therefore advised to independently access the official platforms rather than clicking on links contained in unsolicited messages. The approved platforms for verification are payvis.ng and tms.lagosstate.gov.ng.The ministry urged members of the public to remain vigilant and report suspicious messages or payment requests to the appropriate authorities. How to verify Lagos traffic violations and vehicle-related bills Lagos warns motorists against fake traffic fine messages Family accuses LASUTH of negligence over accident victim’s death Boxers battle for three titles at De Lads’ showdown 1. Check traffic violations Use the Traffic Management Solutions (TMS) portal at tms.lagosstate.gov.ng. You can search using either: Your vehicle number and chassis number, or The Violation Number (VN) shown on the traffic ticket. The TMS portal allows motorists to check their violation status and, where applicable, view information relating to processed violations. 2. Check vehicle-related bills and documents For Lagos vehicle inspection and related bills, use PAYVIS / PlateDetect at payvis.ng. The platform allows users to search with a vehicle plate number or bill number, confirm bills, and make payments through the available payment channels. 3. Avoid fake links If you receive an SMS or WhatsApp message about a traffic offence, do not automatically click the link provided. Instead, open the official TMS or PAYVIS website yourself and verify the ticket or bill using your vehicle details.For TMS technical support, the official portal lists: Email: [email protected] Phone: 07000 TRAFFIC (07000 8723342) Official portals: TMS: tms.lagosstate.gov.ng PAYVIS: payvis.ng Gilbert Ekugbe Gilbert Ekugbe is a journalist at Punch Newspapers with over a decade of experience reporting on business and economic affairs. He covers markets, corporate developments, finance, and Nigeria’s broader economic landscape. His reporting is informed by extensive newsroom experience and a strong commitment to accuracy and responsible journalism, helping readers understand complex business issues.
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