As Nigeria marks its 64th Independence Day, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has called on motorists to prioritize safety on the roads and adhere to traffic regulations to ensure a crash-free celebration.
The Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, urged drivers to maintain positive driving behavior and avoid reckless actions during the festivities.
In a statement released by FRSC Public Education Officer, Olusegun Ogungbemide, the Corps said it has deployed personnel and resources across the country to manage traffic and respond to emergencies.
According to the statement, “The Corps Marshal, Federal Road Safety Corps, Shehu Mohammed who made the call also stressed on the necessity of having a crash free celebration. According to him, the Federal Road Safety Corps is aware of how much the country cherishes its independence going by the series of festivities that form part of the celebration, and warmly aligns in totality with the entire citizens in this historic moment.
He admonished motorists to apply all cautionary measures so as to achieve a crash free Independence celebration. And also gave the assurance of full deployment of operational facilities across traffic prone areas and others to ensure a hitch free movement of persons and goods.
According to him, “To forestall all incidences of mishap on the road, I have directed Commanding Officers across the country to ensure full deployment of personnel and logistics for high visibility and to ensure prompt removal of obstructions and effective traffic management”
While wishing the entire country a peaceful and safe celebration, the Corps Marshal called on the motoring public to utilize the FRSC Toll free numbers 122 and the FRSC Mobile App to put calls through in the event of any crash, obstruction or emergency for prompt response.