Crashes
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Cross River, says no fewer than 32 persons died from road traffic crashes across the state between January and September.
The Sector Commander, Innocent Etuk, made the disclosure at a town hall meeting in Calabar on Friday.
Speaking on the theme: “Take Responsibility for your Safety, Avoid Distracted Driving” Etuk said that the meeting was to campaign against reckless driving during the Ember Months.
The FRSC official said that out of the 32 victims, 27 were males, four were females while one was a minor.
He urged motorists in the state to adhere strictly to traffic rules in the interest of their safety and that of other road users.
Etuk further said that during the period, 200 people were injured in 92 reported road traffic cases that involved 406 people.
He said that the FRSC had increased personnel deployment across the state in order to manage the expected traffic surge during the Calabar Carnival and other activities.
“I urge all road users to adopt a paradigm shift in their driving culture, and take personal responsibility for their safety.
“Vehicle repairers, motor park managers, drivers, and passengers all have stakes towards maintaining road safety. Unsafe vehicles, reckless driving and over loading are major threats.
“Motorists are cautioned on using mobile phones while driving. Arguments with passengers, alcohol consumption and eating while driving are to be avoided, driving requires 100 percent concentration,” he said.
