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  • Rainy season: FRSC issues safety warning to motorists

    Rainy season: FRSC issues safety warning to motorists

    The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has advised motorists to exercise caution while driving in the rain to ensure safe arrival at their destinations.

    The Corps Marshal of the FRSC, Mohammed Shehu, issued the warning in a statement by the spokesman, Assistant Corps Marshal Olusegun Ogungbemide.

    The Corps Marshal explained that driving in the rain can be risky due to reduced visibility and hazardous, slippery road conditions.

    He said: “The windshield wiper and blades should also be checked for proper functioning. A situation where Drivers use towels to improvise for wipers while on transit is not acceptable.

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    “The lights should be on during the day and at night, whenever rain starts dropping. Motorists are also advised to reduce their speed during this time and apply the common sense speed limit. Particularly because the road surface is often slippery.

    “They are also admonished to ensure that their tyres are not worn out for adequate grip on the road. Vehicle tyres are amongst the most crucial elements, and the only part that is in connection to the road ,that is why the condition tyre is very essential.”

    The Corps Marshal, therefore, directed Commanding Officers to increase public enlightenment and improve enforcement of wipers and tyres during this season.

  • FRSC emerges as Africa’s road safety lead agency’s coordinator

    FRSC emerges as Africa’s road safety lead agency’s coordinator

    The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has emerged as the Permanent Secretariat of all Road Safety Lead Agencies (AARSLA) in Africa.

    Spokesman of the FRSC, Assistant Corps Marshal, Olusegun Ogungbemide, who announced this in a statement on Friday, said the recognition was conferred at the 1st General Assembly of the Continental Road Safety body held from June 26 to 27, in Lusaka, Zambia.

    According to Ogungbemide, the corps will be responsible for “facilitating the sharing of best practices, harmonisation of road safety strategies, and mobilisation of resources towards the implementation of the African Road Safety Action Plan.”

    He said the Corps Marshal FRSC, Shehu Mohammed, had expressed gratitude for the confidence reposed in Nigeria’s road safety institution and reaffirmed FRSC’s continuous commitment to championing road safety initiatives that will save lives and improve transportation systems across Africa.

    “While pledging his support for the Association, Corps Marshal maintained that the digitalisation and robust sensitisation policy thrust of his administration will be deployed in assisting the Secretariat and a boost for the Corps to rejig its commitment in service delivery in Africa.

    “He expressed appreciation to the President and Commander-in-Chief, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, for his administration’s continued support, without which the Corps wouldn’t have achieved this feat,” Ogungbemide said. 

  • UPDATED: FRSC confirms four dead, one injured in Ibadan multiple crash

    UPDATED: FRSC confirms four dead, one injured in Ibadan multiple crash

    The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Oyo State Command, has confirmed that four persons died and one other sustained injuries in a multiple-vehicle accident that occurred on Tuesday morning at the Soka area of the Ibadan-Lagos Expressway.

    Sector Commander Mrs. Rosemary Alo, who confirmed the incident, said the injured victim was rushed to an undisclosed hospital for treatment, while the bodies of the deceased, three females and one male, have been deposited at the Ring Road Hospital, Adeoyo morgue.

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    According to Mrs. Alo, the crash involved seven vehicles, including two Nissan Micra taxis, two trucks, a tanker, and two Toyota Camry cars.

    All vehicles were reportedly headed from the Iwo Road axis of Ibadan when the accident occurred.

    As of the time of this report, emergency responders were on the scene working to clear the wreckage and ensure that no other victims remained trapped.

  • FRSC urges Ooni to help curb use of self-made customised plates by monarchs

    FRSC urges Ooni to help curb use of self-made customised plates by monarchs

    The Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) has appealed to the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, to help curb the growing use of self-made customised vehicle number plates by traditional rulers.

    The Osun State Sector Commander of the FRSC, Leye Adegboyega, made the appeal during a courtesy visit to the monarch at his palace, calling for stronger collaboration between the commission and traditional institutions to promote road safety.

    According to a statement signed by the Sector Protocol Officer, DRC OO Sonuyi, and released by the Sector Public Education Officer, Agnes Ogungbemi, four key appeals were presented to the Ooni.

    Among them was a request for royal blessings and prayers for the FRSC and its personnel in their life-saving mission, as well as a call for the monarch to serve as the foremost road safety ambassador in the Ife kingdom.

    The commission also urged the Ooni to use his influence to encourage compliance with traffic laws and support ongoing safety campaigns within the state.

    “We advocated for official number plates as Kabiyesi was respectfully appealed to, to influence fellow traditional rulers who still use self-made customised plates to adopt officially issued customised number plates, as a symbol of national order and respect for the law.”

    He disclosed that the FRSC sought for provision of ambulances and patrol vehicles to enhance response time and visibility, the Construction of perimeter fencing and the provision of furniture for the new Corridor Command at Erefe, Ife amongst others. 

    The release stated that Oba Ogunwusi commended the FRSC for its sacrifices in safeguarding lives on Nigerian roads and assured the delegation that all issues and appeals raised would be given due attention.

  • FRSC warns against unofficial payments of fines

    FRSC warns against unofficial payments of fines

    The Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Shehu Mohammed, has cautioned motorists to pay fines to designated banks, rather than to personnel.

    He also warned personnel against soliciting bribes from motorists and urged the public to report any FRSC operative caught requesting bribes.

    The FRSC boss issued the warnings in a statement by the corps spokesman, Assistant Corps Marshal Olusegun Ogungbemide, on Tuesday.

    Mohammed said that motorists often resorted to bribing patrol operatives when apprehended for traffic violations to evade paying prescribed fines.

    According to him, the corps has a “zero-tolerance policy for bribery and corruption,” hence won’t fail to prosecute any motorist found attempting to bribe FRSC personnel, in line with the Corps’ Establishment Act (2007).

    He said, “Motorists are advised to comply with the law and pay their fines to designated banks, which are the only legitimate way to settle fines.

    “This is because all fines generated through patrol operations are paid into the Treasury Single Account, not into the pockets of individuals.”

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    The FRSC boss urged the public to report any operatives who demand bribes through their official email: info@frsc.gov.ng, the FRSC Mobile Application, or the Flag-It anti-corruption App.

    “The public could also reach out through our social media handles: facebook.com/FRSCNigeria, x.com/FRSCNigeria, instagram.com/FRSCNigeria, youtube.com/FRSCNigeria,” he said.

  • Different strokes: NIS vs FRSC 

    Different strokes: NIS vs FRSC 

    Between the Federal Ministry of the Interior and the Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC), under the supervision of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), it’s a clear case of different strokes.

    This stark difference is from the latest news from FRSC.  It just announced an increase in what applicants for drivers’ licences would pay, in the two categories of three years and five years.

    No, the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS), under the Interior ministry, is not introducing a new regime of tariffs, no.  The difference is in service response, in which the two camps are poles apart.  It’s as if they are in two separate worlds.  Yet, both are agencies under the same Federal Government of Nigeria.

    It takes an average of three weeks for NIS to push out the Nigerian international passport, after data capture.  With FRSC, it’s another world, in any case, since 2023.

    Before 2023, FRSC managed to push out drivers’ licences some two, three months after data capture — but not since 2023!  Since that year, it would appear its data capture and licence production unit has been struck with some paralysis.

    There are many folks who have paid and done data capture.  Yet, since December 2023, the driver’s licence is yet to materialize.  True: the local offices issue temporary licences, valid for three months or so, subject to re-issue, until the real licence is out.

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    Still, is it not ridiculous?  For instance, if you paid for a three-year licence since 2023; and by 2025, you’re still placed on a temporary licence!  What sort of service is that? 

    Reaching mid-year in the second of your valid three years, and your licence is still in your dreams!  Even if you paid for five years, it’s already near-two years gone!  Again, compare and contrast: NIS — three weeks.  FRSC: more than one year and still counting!  Different strokes!

    Which is why Hardball asks: on what basis are the tariffs being jacked up?  For preening lack of service?  If tariffs must go up because of rising costs, let FRSC match that increase with far better service delivery.

    Yes, even NIS was not always what it is today.  But whatever surgical policies the Interior Minister pressed to achieve the current NIS level of service delivery, the SGF should push the Corps Marshall too wave such “magic wand”.

    The SGF should act today.  Issuing a driver’s licence one year after — or more — is ode to preening public disservice that should never be tolerated.

  • FRSC probes bribery allegation, recalls patrol operatives

    FRSC probes bribery allegation, recalls patrol operatives

    The Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Shehu Mohammed, has ordered an immediate investigation into alleged bribe-taking by some patrol operatives of the corps.

    The Corps Marshal issued the directive in response to a report alleging corrupt practices by some corps operatives.

    He has also ordered the immediate recall of the entire patrol team mentioned in the report for a thorough investigation and necessary sanction.

    According to a statement by FRSC spokesman, Assistant Corps Marshal Olusegun Ogungbemide, the FRSC is an organisation that upholds standards at all times, with established procedures to check indiscipline, corruption, and patrol misconducts.

    He said if found guilty, the operatives will face “severe disciplinary action, including dismissal and prosecution where necessary.”

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    Ogungbemide explained that the Corps’ management has always taken a proactive approach to combating corruption, never tolerating corrupt elements within the system.

    He said: “Over the years, the leadership of the Corps consistently demonstrated zero tolerance to corruption through a detailed anti-corruption policy and implementation process, dynamic and result-oriented operational activities and continuous monitoring and evaluation of established.

    “To this end, any operative arrested for any criminal offence, including extortion, shall not only be tried internally, disengaged, but handed over to the Police for prosecution where necessary.

    “This demonstration of zero tolerance to bribery and corruption led to the continual reorganization of the internal surveillance system to enable it cope with the guidelines of the Corps’ maintenance of discipline which is highly instrumental to the termination of the appointment of many of the Operatives of the Corps found guilty of bribery and corruption, while others face prosecution in the law court.”

  • FRSC probes bribery allegation, recalls patrol operatives

    FRSC probes bribery allegation, recalls patrol operatives

    The Corps Marshal, Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Shehu Mohammed, has ordered immediate investigation into alleged by some of the patrol operatives of the Corps.

    The Corps Marshal issued the directive in response to a media report alleging corrupt practices by some corps operative.

    He has also ordered immediate recall of the entire patrol team mentioned in the report for thorough investigation and necessary sanction.

    According to a statement by FRSC spokesman, Assistant Corps Marshal 

    Olusegun Ogungbemide, the FRSC is organisation that uphold standards at all times, with established procedures to check indiscipline, corruption and patrol misconducts.

    He said that, if found guilty, the operatives will face “severe disciplinary action, including dismissal and prosecution where necessary.”

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    Ogungbemide explained that the Corps’ management has always taken a proactive approach to combating corruption, never tolerating corrupt elements within the system.

    He said: “Over the years, the leadership of the Corps consistently demonstrated zero tolerance to corruption through a detailed anti-corruption policy and implementation process, dynamic and result oriented operational activities and continuous monitoring and evaluation of established.

    “To this end, any operative arrested for any criminal offence, including extortion, shall not only be tried internally, disengaged, but handed over to the Police for prosecution where necessary.

    “This demonstration of zero tolerance to bribery and corruption led to the continual reorganization of the internal surveillance system to enable it cope with the guidelines of the Corps’ maintenance of discipline which is highly instrumental to the termination of the appointment of many of the Operatives of the Corps found guilty of bribery and corruption, while others face prosecution in the law court.”

  • FRSC launches operation Eid-el-Kabir in Kaduna, deploys 1,593 personnel

    FRSC launches operation Eid-el-Kabir in Kaduna, deploys 1,593 personnel

    The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Kaduna Sector Command, said it has launched “Operation Eid-el-Kabir,” as part of its proactive measures to ensure glitch- free Sallah celebrations.

    The command had also deployed 1, 593 personnel for  a comprehensive operation aimed at ensuring a hitch free Sallah celebrations across the state.

    The Sector Commander, Corps Commander (CC) Tijjani Iliyasu, made the announcement  in a statement he issued on Thursday in Kaduna.

    Iliyasu said the operation, which would run from June 5th to 11th, will deploy 1,593 personnel, including officers, Marshalls, and Special Marshals along with 32 patrol vehicles, 11 ambulances, and other logistics.

    He said the primary objective of the operation was to reduce road traffic deaths and injuries by 5 per cent, in line with the corps’ ‘2025 Strategic Goals’.

    Iliyasu added  that the operation would also focus on addressing common traffic violations during festive seasons, such as speeding, mixed loading of passengers and animals, lane indiscipline, and the use of cell phones while driving.

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    He explained that during the operation,  FRSC would conduct intensive patrols, Mobile Court operations, prompt rescue services, and the removal of obstructions.

    Iliyasu said, ” The command will also enforce traffic rules strictly, implement traffic calming and control measures, as well as conduct robust public enlightenment campaigns across the state.”

    The sector commander further urged motorists to be cautious of black spots and diversions at specific locations, including Jere, Katari, and Audu Jangwam.

    Iliyasu said, “Commuters are also advised to board vehicles only at government-designated parks and ensure that they are manifested.

    ” Passengers are also encouraged to speak out against reckless driving and report any incidents to the FRSC.

    “In case of any road safety concerns or emergencies, the public can reach the FRSC through the following channels:

    122 toll-free line, FRSC Mobile App or the National Traffic Radio on: 08052998000, 09067000015.

    “The FRSC, Kaduna Sector Command wishes motorists, commuters, and the general public a happy and safe Eid-el-Kabir Sallah celebrations.” (NAN)

  • Eid-el-Kabir: FRSC deploys 36,000 personnel, 750 patrol vehicles, 120 ambulances to curb crashes

    Eid-el-Kabir: FRSC deploys 36,000 personnel, 750 patrol vehicles, 120 ambulances to curb crashes

    The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has deployed 36,000 personnel, including regular and special marshals, along with 750 patrol vehicles, 120 ambulances, 25 tow trucks, and over 200 motorcycles across the country to ensure safer travel along major roads during the Sallah celebration.

    FRSC spokesman, Assistant Corps Marshal, Olusegun Ogungbemide, announced this in a statement on Wednesday.

    He said the deployment was to ensure free flow of traffic, provide prompt rescue services and timely clearance of obstructions on all major roads and critical corridors across the country before, during and after the festive period.

    “It is to also minimize the occurrence of road traffic crashes on the nation’s highways through effective patrol operations and sustained public enlightenment campaigns,” Ogungbemide said.

    The FRSC spokesman said the Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, has directed commanding officers operating across various formations nationwide to ensure that the 52 corridors are properly manned throughout the period of the operations. 

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    He said: “To achieve this feat, the Corps has deployed operational equipment in the categories of Radar Guns, Breathalysers to put a check on drunk driving, operational logistics materials are also to be fully deployed for this exercise. 

    “More so, the Corps Marshal has equally directed that all Zebras must be activated and be responsive to calls within the minimum FRSC response time to crashes reported.”

    Ogungbemide urged motorists to obey traffic rules and cooperate with FRSC and other law enforcement agencies, warning that Mobile Courts would prosecute traffic violators.

    “Special focus will be on checking the following offences; Dangerous driving/overtaking, overloading violation, Use of phone while driving, Excessive speed, Lane indiscipline/Route violation, Passengers’ manifest violation, illegal use of SPY number plate, Latching violation among others,” he said.