The Federal Roads Safety Corps (FRSC) has taken a proactive approach to address the issue of man-made road crashes in Nigeria by deploying 743 patrol vehicles, 93 ambulances, and 144 motorbikes and tow trucks as part of their logistics.
The deployment aims to ensure the safety of road users during the festive period of Sallah and beyond.
Sabo Maigari, the state commander of FRSC in Kebbi state, highlighted the various causes of road crashes, including overspeeding, drunk driving, route violations, the use of substandard tyres, and driving under the influence of hard drugs.
The corps has also identified the dangerous habit of truck drivers loading human beings with animals, which often leads to crashes and fatalities.
To combat these issues, the FRSC has implemented sustained awareness campaigns and crackdowns on traffic offenders.
Through the joint efforts of the corps and the Joint Task Force (JTF), with the assistance of mobile courts, scores of offenders have been arrested and prosecuted.
The deployment of 93 ambulances is a significant step towards ensuring that victims of road accidents receive prompt medical attention. The ambulances are equipped to convey injured individuals to the nearest hospitals for treatment.
With the support of the corps marshal General, Shehu Muhammed, and the cooperation of stakeholders and traditional rulers, the FRSC in Kebbi state is determined to achieve zero road crashes during the Sallah celebrations and beyond.
The FRSC has also warned truck drivers to refrain from their habit of discomforting other vehicles on the road, as they are not the masters of the road.
The corps has deployed personnel to motor parks to monitor the loading of passengers and ensure that no overloading or mixing of humans with animals occurs.
The FRSC's efforts to enhance road safety in Nigeria are commendable, and it is hoped that their proactive measures will lead to a significant reduction in road crashes and fatalities.
