FRSC urges safe driving during Sallah festivities
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has called on all road users to exercise caution and adhere to traffic regulations during the Sallah festive season.
FRSC Sector Commander Taofeeq Sokunbi, in a statement on Thursday in Osogbo, cautioned drivers against excessive speed and reckless behaviour on the roads.
Sokunbi pointed out that the majority of road crashes in Osun State result from speeding and violations of traffic rules.
He also warned commercial drivers against driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
The sector commander underscored the importance of installing speed-limiting devices in commercial vehicles as an effective measure to curb road accidents.
“Our officers and Special Marshals will maintain a strong presence and act professionally throughout the festive period to keep Osun State roads safe for all road users,” he stated.
Sokunbi confirmed that a total of 565 regular marshals and 422 special marshals would be deployed for the special operation. Additionally, 39 patrol vehicles, four motorbikes, two tow trucks, and five ambulances would be utilised.
He explained that the initiative aimed to enhance the visibility of the corps on the roads through early deployment of personnel and resources.
Sokunbi emphasised that this would help in reducing Road Traffic Crashes (RTCs), Road Traffic Fatalities (RTFs), and Road Traffic Injuries (RTIs).
He further stated that the operation would focus on strict enforcement of traffic regulations, rapid emergency response, and prompt removal of road obstructions.
According to him, the campaign will also strengthen public awareness, education, and enforcement of essential road safety measures.
The corps’ strategies include the deployment of personnel and logistics to enhance visibility, implementation of traffic calming measures, and enforcement of lane discipline.
“Other approaches include round-the-clock rescue and recovery services, ongoing public sensitisation, collaboration with security agencies, and continuous surveillance and intelligence gathering.
“Key enforcement areas will cover excessive speeding, dangerous overtaking, improper lane usage, road obstructions, mobile phone use while driving, overloading, and failure to wear seat belts,” Sokunbi said.
He added that additional focus would be placed on ensuring compliance with passenger manifest regulations, vehicle roadworthiness; secure loading of goods, and proper registration of number plates.
Sokunbi urged motorists to maintain discipline on the roads, as responsible driving plays a crucial role in preventing accidents.
