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Sultan backs FRSC’s safer roads campaign

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By Ibironke Ariyo

The Sultan of Sokoto, His Eminence, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, has thrown his weight behind the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC)’s campaign for a safer road environment.

The Sultan declared his support while receiving the FRSC Corps Marshal, Malam Shehu Mohammed, and his team during a courtesy visit to the palace in Sokoto.

The royal father commended the FRSC for its efforts to create public awareness on road safety and sanction traffic violators.

He described the situation of traffic violations such as overloading, mix-loading, and speeding as “worrisome”, stressing the need for stakeholders to come together to address indiscipline on the roads.

“Everyone must join hands with the corps for the success of the campaign. Cases of traffic violations such as overloading, mix-loading and speeding have become rampant among drivers.

“There is also a need for stakeholders to come together to address cases of indiscipline on the road in order to avert the enormous human and material losses.

“This is necessary especially in crashes involving tankers and those that rush to scoop spilled fuel at the scenes of the incident,” he said.

The Sultan also called for diversification of mode of transportation as an antidote to the enormous loss of lives and properties from crashes rising from high dependence on the road instead of using the railway as a means of transporting some goods.

He further said that developing a railway system could save many lives as most of the goods being transported through the road could have been done using railway lines.

“To this end, the use of railway lines to transport fuel products could significantly reduce cases of tanker crashes and deaths of people from such incidents,” he said.

The traditional ruler congratulated the FRSC corps marshal on his appointment, describing it as well deserved.

He emphasised on the various steps he had taken so far to address the challenges facing road travels in the country since his assumption of office.

The Sultan tasked personnel of the corps to remain loyal and committed to their duties.

He said that would enable the nation to achieve the demands of meeting the target of crash reduction as set by the United Nations through the Decade of Action declarations.

He reaffirmed his membership of the Special Marshals and enjoined members to remain dedicated to the goals of achieving success in the road safety campaign through their collective vigilance and sacrifices.

Earlier, the corps marshal disclosed that he was in Sokoto as part of his familiarisation tour to the state and found it most imperative to pay homage to the palace to seek the fatherly support and blessings of the royal father.

Mohammed said that his determination to make the roads safer was in realignment with the Renewed Hope Agenda of the administration of President Bola Tinubu.

He recalled the strategic importance of Sokoto as one of the leading producers of agricultural products and stressed the need for roads in the state to remain safe for all users.

The FRSC boss praised the Sultan for his goodwill and support for the corps over the years, appealing to him to sustain the solidarity.

He further stressed the importance of creating public awareness on road safety matters and the imperatives of good-spirited individuals joining the campaign to make it gain traction.

He thanked the good people of Sokoto for the cordial relationship they maintain with FRSC in the state.

“We appreciate the goodwill and we will continue to consider the state of infrastructural development of the corps to enhance the safety of road travellers in the state,” Mohammed said. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Funmilayo Adeyemi and Yakubu Uba

Defence/Security

FRSC, NDLEA partner on illegal drug use

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By Ibironke Ariyo

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) is partnering with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and other stakeholders in a campaign against illicit drug use by motorists across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

 

The FRSC is also collaborating with the National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA) to ensure that all motor parks across the country maintain cleanliness.

 

FRSC Corps Marshal, Malam Shehu Mohammed, made the announcement on Thursday while leading heads of various government agencies and the President of the Court of Appeal on a sensitisation campaign.

 

The campaign took place at the Jabi Central Motor Park in Abuja is aimed at raising awareness on road safety and the dangers of illicit drug use among motorists.

 

Mohammed stated that these efforts were critical to achieving the success of the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Programmes on safety and environmental cleanliness.

 

He expressed concern over the illegal trade and consumption of illicit drugs at motor parks across the country and emphasised that the FRSC would continue to withdraw the licenses of motorists caught consuming alcoholic beverages or illicit drugs.

 

“The intake of illicit drugs endangers not only the drivers’ lives but also the lives of those around them.

 

“We will not rest until we ensure that our roads are safe for everyone,” he said.

 

He added that this year, the FRSC would place greater emphasis on strict enforcement and prosecution of traffic offenders for effective traffic management.

 

Speaking at the event, NDLEA Chairman, retired Brig.-Gen. Buba Marwa, who was represented by NDLEA FCT Commander, Mr Kabir Tsakuwa, urged commercial drivers to refrain from taking illicit drugs, calling it hazardous to their health.

 

Marwa stressed that the NDLEA was committed to making Nigeria free of illicit drugs and highlighted that Jabi Park had been a long-standing partner in ensuring the park was free from drug sales and consumption.

 

Justice Monica Dongban-Mensem, President of the Court of Appeal, expressed concern about the many lives lost to road accidents, especially young Nigerians, due to illicit drug use by commercial drivers.

 

She appealed to transport union leaders across the country to join the campaign against alcohol and drug consumption at motor parks to bring order to the roads.

 

NESREA Director General, Dr Innocent Barikor, emphasised the importance of keeping motor parks clean and avoiding littering, which could damage vehicles and lead to accidents.

 

In response, one of the leaders of the Jabi Central Motor Park, Mr Gabriel Okeh, thanked FRSC, NDLEA, NESREA, and other agencies including NGOs, for bringing the campaign to the park.

 

He pledged the park’s support for government efforts to sanitise the environment and make roads safer.

 

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the FRSC Corps Marshal, President of the Court of Appeal, and other stakeholders inspected kiosks and shops within the motor park.

 

They encouraged the vendors to halt illegal commercial activities, including the sale of illicit drugs, in the interest of saving lives. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Abiemwense Moru

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Appraising FRSC’s transformative efforts to reduce Road Traffic Crashes in Nigeria

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By Ibironke Ariyo, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN)

 

Nigeria has been grappling with the menace of road traffic crashes for decades, resulting in the loss of countless lives and leaving many families shattered.

 

The country’s roads were bedeviled by accidents caused by a combination of factors, including poor roads, reckless driving, and inadequate enforcement of traffic laws.

 

The appointment of Shehu Mohammed as the Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), by President Bola Tinubu signals a renewed dedication to combating the scourge of road traffic crashes in Nigeria.

 

This move demonstrates the government’s commitment to enhancing road safety and reducing the alarming rate of road accidents in the country.

 

The strategic selection of Mohammed, a renowned specialist with a proven track record in tackling road traffic crashes, as the head of FRSC underscores the administration’s resolve to make meaningful impacts on road safety and sets the stage for achieving this critical objective.

 

The achievements of the FRSC in its enforcement and sensitisation campaigns over the past seven months of his tenure are no coincidence; they demonstrates the effectiveness of its current leader.

 

Mohammed has been instrumental in the Corps’ impressive track record, showcasing his ability to drive meaningful change and improvement in road safety in Nigeria.

 

The significant progress made by the FRSC is a testament to his vision and commitment to reducing road traffic crashes and promoting road safety awareness.

 

Under his leadership, the Corps made significant strides in tackling road traffic crashes, with a renewed focus to rejig and reposition operational strategies to conform with present-day realities.

 

Other strides include training and retraining of staff to align with realistic expectations; Strategic partnerships with sister agencies, international organisations, and Special Marshals; Digital transformation in operations, harmonisation of the ranking structure, career progression, and provision of conducive environment for working.

 

The Corps has been spearheading efforts to address road safety concerns, diligently undertaking a range of critical activities including investigations, prosecutions, vehicle impoundments, arrests, and public awareness campaigns to educate the public and promote behavioural change.

 

Notable among the achievements of the FRSC in the last seven months is the launch of its Mobile Application and National Crash Reporting Information System, (NACRIS), to verify drivers licence, number plates, and detect speed among others.

 

The app also provided services such as eye witness report, emergency reports, black spot, National traffic radio, speed limiter verification, driving school standardisation scheme verification, reminder for drivers licence, and vehicle paper renewal, and emergency contacts.

 

Speaking at the launch of the App, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, (SGF), Sen. George Akume, said that the launch of the digital platforms would raise awareness and sensitise drivers and passengers to the potential causes of road traffic crashes.

 

Akume said that it also marked a giant stride in the effort of the corps at implementing policies and creating a safer motoring environment by reducing crash-related injuries and deaths on the highways.

 

He commended the FRSC for its efforts in aligning with one of the cardinal objectives of the renewed hope agenda, targeted at digital transformation and economic growth of the nation.

 

In his words, the FRSC Corps Marshal said the mobile app is a software application that can be used to alert the corps on sensitive road safety issues through programmed features such as assisted speeding, dangerous driving, verifying vehicle documents, among others.

 

He said that the proper application of these features was expected to drastically reduce injuries and fatalities resulting from road traffic crashes.

 

On Road Traffic Crashes (RTCs) in Nigeria, the FRSC Corps Marshal said that the Corps recorded a 12.8 per cent reduction between January and October 2024, compared to the same period in 2023.

 

Mohammed said that the decrease was a testament to the FRSC’s commitment to improving road safety in Nigeria while highlighting the corps’ efforts to enhance road safety and reduce the number of crashes on Nigerian roads.

 

He said that the Corps had set an ambitious target to reduce road traffic deaths by five per cent every year, aligning with the United Nations Decade of Action for Road Safety.

 

The FRSC boss said that the Corps’ commitment to enhancing road safety underscored the FRSC’s dedication to protecting Nigerian lives on the roads.

 

“FRSC’s efforts to reduce road crashes are in line with the UN Decade of Action for Road Safety, which aims to reduce road traffic fatalities by 50 per cent by 2030.

 

“The number of crashes decreased from 8,654 in 2023 to 7,675 in 2024, representing a 12.8 per cent reduction.

 

“Also, between January and October 2023, the corps recorded 25,126 injuries and fatalities, while the same period in 2024 saw a decrease to 24,525, representing a 2.5 per cent reduction,”he said.

 

The Corps Marshal has also demonstrated a strong commitment to the welfare and training of FRSC personnel.

 

Under his leadership, the Corps has invested heavily in the training and retraining of its personnel, equipping them with the skills and knowledge required to effectively enforce traffic laws and respond to emergencies.

 

Within seven months as Corps Marshal, Mohammed initiated the promotion of no fewer than 1,645 officers to their next ranks and upgraded 238 marshals to the rank of Superintendent Route Commander (SRC).

 

Mohammed explained that the promotion and upgrade were part of the Corps’ efforts to boost staff morale and productivity.

 

He also disclosed that 108 marshals were upgraded to the rank of Route Commander (RC), 407 to the rank of Deputy Route Commander (DRC), and 646 to the rank of Assistant Route Commander (ARC).

 

“You will recall that I made it clear that one of the key policy thrusts of my management team is to review and revive the welfare of staff. This is anchored on my conviction that welfare is a motivating factor for human resourcefulness,”he said.

 

As part of his restructuring efforts and ensuring safety during the Yuletide season, the Corps Marshal deployed the entire workforce including Special Marshals to the highways to ensure hitch-free movement as commuters travel from one destination to another across the nation.

 

He said that the deployment was in commemoration of the ’ember months’ special patrol operations, adding that the Corps’ had commenced its annual 30-day end-of-the-year special operation slated for Dec.15, 2024 to Jan. 15, 2025.

 

The theme for the 2024 ‘Ember Months’ Campaign is “Speak Up Against Dangerous Driving: Crashes Kill More Passengers than Drivers”. The campaign’s goal is to encourage the public to speak up against reckless driving and promote safe road practices.

 

According to him, there will be ambulances and officers on 24-hour duty to attend to emergencies during the operation.

 

“All roadside clinics and rest areas have also been activated and the Corps will increase its visibility in high-volume traffic corridors to enable travelers to reach their destinations on time.

 

“Over 200 mobile courts would be in session to prosecute traffic offenders across the 36 states including the Federal Capital Territory.

 

“Also, more technological equipment, including body cameras and FRSC mobile apps, have been deployed to provide real-time updates on traffic situations and monitor the conduct of personnel during the special operation,” he said.

 

Owing to the strategic intervention mechanisms introduced towards ensuring safety on the highways, the FRSC boss led the end-of-year monitoring exercise to assess traffic situations in some parts of the North Central, South west, and South -South regions.

 

The exercise is aimed at ensuring a safe motoring environment for commuters and travelers during the yuletide season and the special patrol operations were targeted at ensuring zero fatalities and injuries during the end of the year travels.

 

The Corps Marshal, also embarked on a strategic monitoring of traffic situation on the highways, specifically on the Abuja -Lokoja-Okene-Akure-Agbor-Asaba-Onitsha passageways due to the high vehicular movement on that route during the yuletide season between Dec. 22 and Dec. 25, 2024.

 

In a bid to ensure stakeholders join forces with the Corps, Mohammed also met with traditional rulers and Governors to seek support on achieving the FRSC’s mandate during the strategic monitoring.

 

During such meetings, he maintained that the traditional rulers were critical stakeholders for the country to have a good driving culture and appealed for more collaboration in reducing carnage on the highway.

 

He met with the Olowo of Owo land, Oba Ajibade Gbadegesin – Ogunoye 111, in Owo, Ondo state, the Asagba of Asaba, Prof. Epiphany Azinge and Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo state where he highlighted the relevance of stakeholders in addressing road traffic crashes in the country.

 

To ensure smooth vehicular movement at the Asaba inter change, on Dec. 24, the FRSC corps marshal, the Anambra State Sector Commander, Joyce Alexander and Delta State Sector Commander, Fredrick Ogidan controlled traffic for over three hours.

 

This is to enable travellers reach their destination safely and on time.

 

In spite of these successes, Mohammed acknowledges that there is still much work to be done. He has called on all stakeholders to join hands with the FRSC in the quest to make Nigerian roads safer.

 

According to him, road safety is a collective responsibility that requires the input and cooperation of all road users.

 

“We cannot do it alone. We need the support and cooperation of all road users to achieve our goal of making Nigerian roads safer,” he said.

 

The road to winning the war against road traffic crashes in Nigeria is long and challenging. However, with the FRSC’s efforts and the support of other critical stakeholders, there is hope that Nigeria can make its roads safer for all users.(NANFeatures)

 

**If used, please credit the writer and the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN).

Personnel of the FRSC on a rescue operation at an accident scene
Defence/Security

Yuletide: FRSC warns passengers against boarding unsafe vehicles

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By Ibironke Ariyo

The Corps Marshal, Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Malam Shehu Mohammed, has urged passengers to exercise caution when boarding vehicles, especially during the festive season, to minimise the risk of road crashes.

 

Mohammed gave the warning in a statement by the Corps Public Education Officer (CPEO) Assistant Corps Marshal, (ACM), Olusegun Ogungbemide, on Saturday in Abuja.

 

The FRSC boss said that the warning had become necessary as the end of the year travels kept gathering expected momentum making the roads busier than they were in the previous months.

 

This, he said, had also become overly imperative in view of the recent crashes that occurred in Jebba, Kwara State on Dec. 26 and the other that happened on the Owo-Ikare route, before Ose bridge on Saturday.

 

The FRSC Corps Marshal, however, said that the advocacy and sensitisation campaigns had been stepped up, adding that commuters needed to be at alert.

 

‘Be mindful of drivers who show signs of recklessness and drunkenness, before embarking on or during their journeys.

 

“We observed that the recorded road crashes that occurred during the period above were due to the negligence or recklessness of drivers.

 

“Other factors were also the inability of passengers to checkmate them, call them to order or even report them to FRSC or other security agencies along their routes.

 

“To mitigate this risk of preventable crashes on the nation’s highways, commuters are advised to exercise caution when boarding vehicles.

 

“They should be aware of their surroundings and always ensure that their drivers are not under any influence before or during the trips,” he said.

 

Mohammed emphasised that the safety of all road users was of utmost importance, urging commuters to take responsibility for their safety.

 

“This effort is to support all the necessary interventions that the Corps has put in place,” he said.

 

The FRSC boss highlighted some of the roles of the passengers which included but not limited to checking the driver’s behaviour and attitude before boarding, assessing the vehicle’s condition, including tires, brakes, and light system.

 

The FRSC Corps Marshal believed that commuters could significantly reduce their risks of being involved in road crashes by taking these simple precautions above. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Maureen Atuonwu

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Yuletide: Low road crashes recorded nationwide– Corps marshal

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By Ibironke Ariyo

The  Corps Marshal, Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC)  Malam Shehu Mohammed,  says it recorded low Road Traffic Crashes (RTCs) in spite of high traffic volume at some critical corridors across the country.

 

Mohammed disclosed this while controlling traffic at the Asaba-Onitsha Niger Bridge corridor, alongside other senior officers on Tuesday in Asaba.

 

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the monitoring is in line with the FRSC general agenda of the 2024 Operation Zero Tolerance Special Patrol Target.

 

The agenda aim to ensure free flow of traffic on all corridors as well as achieving a season without road traffic deaths or injuries.

 

The corps marshal attributed the nationwide low traffic crashes to the commission’s proactive measures, including increased patrols, traffic control, and public enlightenment campaigns.

 

He, however, reported a fatal accident on the Akure-Ibadan highway that claimed three lives, emphasising the need for motorists to exercise caution and avoid night journeys.

 

He maintained that visibility at night was bad and it was always difficult to render rescue operations, adding that night travels were dangerous and road crashes occured more at night due to low visibility.

 

“Right now, we are on the Niger bridge and the traffic is moving smoothly and that’s the essence of  increased visibility on the road this time around.

 

“The calls we are getting all over the federation is that our men are all over and they are getting it right because the traffic is moving, though some are going slowly.

 

“The activities are going smoothly on the road nationwide and we are happy that it is free and the traffic is moving smoothly,” he said.

 

Mohammed commended the FRSC personnel who were on late patrol at the corridor, assuring them that the management would continue to prioritise their welfare.

 

“So far, from the place we left, we saw traffic on Monday in Akure but they were moving smoothly and that means that the strategy we took to increase our men and patrol is yielding positive results.

 

“Honestly, I am impressed with our men, some of them are even on the road at night trying to see that there is a free flow of traffic and I want to commend you all,” he said.

 

The FRSC corps marshal, however, urged motorists to give maximum cooperation to the officers and men deployed for traffic control at all the corridors nationwide.

 

“We assure the motoring public that we are committed to this and we will continue to be here until Jan. 15, 2025.

 

“This is to make sure that every motorist or vehicle moving either from the North to the South or the South to the East, will be able to get to their destination when they want to get there without any hitch,” he said.

 

NAN reports that to ensure smooth vehicular movement at the Asaba inter change, the FRSC corps marshal, the State Sector Commanders of Anambra and Delta, Joyce Alexander and Fredrick Ogidan, controlled traffic for over three hours.

 

This is to enable travellers reach their destination safely and on time.(NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Chioma Ugboma

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Tackle Niger Bridge gridlock, Asagba of Asaba tasks FRSC 

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By Ibironke Ariyo
The Asagba of Asaba, Prof. Epiphany Azinge, has called on the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) to find lasting solution to the gridlock on the Niger Bridge of Asaba-Onitsha interchange, during Christmas and New Year festivities.

Azinge made the call in his palace while receiving the FRSC Corps Marshal, Malam Shehu Mohamed, during the ongoing nationwide end of the year special operations on Tuesday in Asaba, Delta state.

The royal father, however, congratulated Mohammed on his appointment as the 8th Corps Marshal adding that the history and the work of FRSC was not hidden to anyone.

Azinge said that gridlock always disrupted easy passages of vehicles, hereby, delaying motoring public for hours.

He pledged to mobilise the support of traditional rulers on advocacy campaign to enhance the operation of FRSC towards making the roads safer.

“The challenges are there especially at the Niger bridge but we applaud your organisation for the role you played trying to minimise to a very large extent such incidences.

“Our role is to lead advocacy just like you do, sure that is exactly what you will expect from us and also to lead advocacy as a people as the traditional institutions are closer to people and people are bound to listen more of such information coming from the throne.

“At a shortest notice, we will try to also lead advocacy along that line. We consider other institutions in Asaba as critical stakeholders in whatever we are doing.

“We try to forge linkages and try to push partnerships on what you mentioned and to that extent, we will never hesitate to forge such partnerships if invited to do so.

“This is necessary so that we can try to build up that linkage and try to carry everyone on board by working together for the benefit not just for our people but for the benefit of all Nigerians” he said.

Earlier, Mohammed commended the Asagba of Asaba Kingdom for his royal support on effective traffic control.

He said that the traditional rulers are crucial stakeholders in the quest to reduce road traffic crashes in Nigeria, emphasising their influence and moral authority in promoting road safety.

He said that traditional rulers possessed a unique platform to sensitise their subjects on the importance of road safety.

He appealed to the Asagba to use his influence to educate the subjects on the dangers of reckless driving, overloading, and other unsafe practices that contribute to road crashes.

“We recognise the importance of traditional rulers in promoting road safety. Your influence and moral authourity can make a significant difference in our efforts to reduce road traffic crashes.

“We appeal to you to use your platforms to educate your subjects on the importance of road safety,” Mohammed said.

The FRSC corps marshal said that the FRSC was committed to reducing road traffic crashes, particularly during the festive period, and appealed for the support of traditional rulers in achieving this goal.

“We are proud to associate with your domain and personality. Your support has been invaluable, and we look forward to continuing our partnership with you.”

The FRSC boss stressed that the Asagba of Asaba’s candid advice would continue to guide the Corps to achieve its mandate.

The Palace high Chiefs prayed for peace and Unity in the country.(NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

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FRSC Corps Marshal visits Aiyedatiwa, solicits support

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By Ibironke Ariyo

The Corps Marshal, Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Malam Shehu Mohammed, has solicited the support of the Ondo State Government in achieving its mandate.

Mohammed said this when he led a team of FRSC officials on a courtesy visit to Gov. Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo on Monday in Akure.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the visit was in continuation of the on-going end of year traffic monitoring across strategic corridors by the Corps.

The FRSC Corps Marshal said that road safety was a shared responsibility that required the collaboration of all stakeholders, adding that the FRSC was in the state to execute two missions.

“The first is to felicitate with the governor and the people of Ondo State on the successful gubernatorial election.

“The second, being to embark on the Ember Months campaign aimed at reducing road traffic crashes during the festive period,” he said.

Mohammed said that Ondo was critical to the end of the year special operations due to the number of corridors in the State.

The Corps Marshal revealed that the Corps was committed to ensuring that crashes were reduced in line with United Nations Decade of Action on Road Safety and Injury Prevention.

He emphasised the need for the State Government to expedite action towards establishing Ondo State Road Safety Advisory Council.

This, he said, would complement the efforts of National Road Safety Advisory Council led by Vice President Kashim Shettima.

“We want to appreciate you because my sector Commander has informed me that he has been receiving support from you,” he said.

In his response, Aiyedatiwa said that the Corps Marshal’s visit would boost security of lives and properties in the state.

Aiyedatiwa, who was represented by his Deputy, Dr Olayide Adelami, thanked the Corps Marshal for the Operation Zero Tolerance and the traffic monitoring of federal highways.

He said that the state would collaborate with the FRSC to address the challenges of road safety in the state and pledged the state’s readiness to always support the Corps in its mandate.(NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Ismail Abdulaziz

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FRSC boss pledges to restore public trust

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By Ibironke Ariyo

The Corps Marshal, Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Malam Shehu Mohammed, has pledged to restore public trust in the corps.

 

Mohammed acknowledged that motorists no longer stop for FRSC personnel due to perceived lack of integrity.

 

He made the pledge when he visited the FRSC sector command on Monday in Akure.

 

He emphasised the importance of upholding the legacy of selfless service, integrity, loyalty, and service delivery bequeathed by the founding fathers of the Corps.

 

He said that the Corps had a noble mandate to protect, reduce, and minimise road safety crises, and create a safe and secure motoring environment for the public.

 

“The public servants in uniform are expected to make sacrifices for the nation.

 

“I want to charge you that while you are beautiful in your uniform in the office, please be beautiful on the road as well.

 

“I want to assure you that the Corps will continue to prioritise your welfare and make the work favourable for you,” he said.

 

The FRSC boss assured the personnel that the Corps would continue to provide necessary logistics support and welfare motivation to enable them to excel in their duties.

 

He, however, commended the Special Marshals for their integrity, selfless service, and trustworthiness, noting that they have been instrumental in creating a safe and moderate environment for Nigerians.

 

He assured that the Corps would continue to deliver on its promises, including the promotion of deserving officers and men, and the provision of opportunities for further studies.

 

He also promised that the Corps would continue to recognise and reward excellence among its personnel.

 

Speaking, the Zonal Commanding Officer (ZCO) incharge of Oyo, Osun and Ondo, Mr Adeleye Adegboyega, appreciated the Corps Marshal for finding time to visit the state.

 

Adegboyega reiterated his commitment to ensuring the road was safe for all, adding that the officers and men of the service would not relent until road traffic crashes were reduced to the barest minimum.

 

Also, the Sector Commander, Akure command, Mr Samuel Ibitoye assured that the Corps would continue to uphold its legacy and carry out the mandate of the FRSC by ensuring safety on the highways.

 

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Mohammed’s visit to the state was part of his efforts to boost the morale of FRSC personnel and restore public trust in the Corps.

 

He has been meeting with officers and men of the agency to emphasise the importance of integrity, selfless service, and loyalty in the discharge of their duties.(NAN (www.nannews.ng)

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Yuletide: FRSC boss leads traffic monitoring

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By Ibironke Ariyo

The Corps Marshal, Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Malam Shehu Mohammed, is leading the end-of-year monitoring exercise to assess traffic situations in some parts of the North Central and Eastern regions.

 

Addressing the press on Sunday along the Lokoja-Abaji highway in Abuja, Mohammed said that the exercise was aimed at ensuring a safe motoring environment for commuters and travelers during the yuletide season.

 

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the special patrol operations are targeted at ensuring zero fatalities and injuries during the end of the year travels.

 

NAN reports that the Corps Marshal will be on a strategic monitoring of traffic situation on the highways, specifically on the Abuja -Lokoja-Okene-Agbor-Asaba-Onitsha passageways due to the high vehicular movement on that route.

 

The FRSC boss emphasised the importance of obeying road traffic rules and regulations, urging drivers to exercise caution and avoid reckless driving.

 

He said that the exercise was a yearly tradition, aimed at encouraging personnel and ensuring a safer motoring environment.

 

“This is a special time for yuletide where all personnel of FRSC are out. You can see that I am here with some of our personnel and the entire management is here.

 

“The idea is for us to monitor and supervise this year’s operations, to create a safe motoring environment for people, for commuters and travelers to have a safe mobility to their destination.

 

“This is done every year and the entire management is out to encourage our staff to make sure that our mandate of keeping the road safe for all is strictly adhered to.

 

“We call on the motoring public to continually obey the road traffic rules and regulations so that together, we can achieve the successes of this period and this special patrol.

 

“We just started, we will be moving for the whole period until Jan. 15, 2025,” he said.

 

The FRSC boss, however, appealed to passengers to speak out when they noticed reckless driving, saying “if you see something, say something” to help prevent crashes.

 

Mohammed commended the motoring public for their cooperation and adherence to road safety guidelines, noting that the FRSC would continue to work tirelessly to ensure a safer motoring environment for all road users.

 

“From my observations, for now, the traffic is moving, drivers are obeying the rules, only in some few instances and that’s why we will continue to move and we will be stopping to check and cross check what they are doing.

 

“This is also a period where we can stop to sensitise them, do some public and education enlightenment on the road to make sure we achieved the theme for this year.

 

“We also want to tell the passengers to speak out when they see their driver is recklessly driving or doing the bad habit of driving.

 

“We are also appealing to them to talk to them so that we achieve the successes and reduce road traffic crashes this time around,” he said.

 

NAN also reports that the special monitoring provides an opportunity for the Corps Marshal to assess the performance of personnel during the Operation Zero tolerance to traffic crashes. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

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Defence/Security

FRSC disclaims ‘Peace Ambassador’ number plates

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By Ibironke Ariyo

The Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) has distanced itself from any partnership with the Wazobia Conflict Resolution and Peace Initiative (WACORPAI) on the issuance of “Peace Ambassador” number plates.

The disclaimer is contained in a statement issued on Thursday in Abuja by the Corps Public Education Officer, Olusegun Ogungbemide.

Ogungbemide said that the disclaimer was also part of the FRSC’s efforts to clarify its stance on use of unauthorised number plates.

He described WACORPAI’s claim of a partnership as entirely false.

Ogungbemide said Federal Government number plates were reserved strictly for official use by Ministries, Departments and Agencies.

According to him, official number plates are not issued to individuals or private organisations as they are exclusively for government business.

“The public is to be aware that the announcement issued by WACORPAI informing its members of an existing partnership with the FRSC is outrightly baseless and false.

“This is because Federal Government number plates are only issued to Ministries, Departments and Agencies, not individuals irrespective of their affiliations,” Ogungbemide said.

He urged the public to desist from patronising producers of fake and illegal number plates.

“Members of the association who are presently using the number plates should take them off to avoid arrest while those intending to purchase same are equally advised to discontinue, ” he said. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Mufutau Ojo

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