By Emma Elekwa, Onitsha

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Anambra State has called for more partnership with private organisations to reduce road crashes on the highways.

Sector Commander, Mr Adeoye Irelewuyi stated this in Awka, the state capital during a visit to WINCO Foam factory, saying such partnership would include training drivers of articulated vehicles targeted at safer motoring environment.

He advised corporate bodies with up to 10 vehicles on the fleet to do proper documentation to avoid unnecessary embarrassment by FRSC officials on the highways.

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He also reminded motorists of the need to always put their vehicles in order before plying the roads.

“Your drivers will not only avoid being disturbed on the highway by Road Safety officials, but will arrive their destinations on time when their vehicles are properly documented.

“Some will wait until their papers are expired and the vehicles are impounded before they would go for renewal. That doesn’t speak good, especially for corporate organisations,” he said.

Irelewuyi appreciated the management of the firm for its support to the Corps, calling for sustenance.

Responding, Managing Director, Dr Godwin Okafor appreciated the FRSC for the visit, appealing for assistance, especially in the area of easy movement of goods from its factories to various destinations.

He disclosed that the company has three factories in Abuja, Lagos and Anambra States, pledging its support to FRSC in ensuring safer roads.

The visit witnessed presentation of a plaque by the FRSC to the WINCO Foam helmsman.