The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) says it is intensifying partnerships and capacity-building engagements with fleet operators and driving schools to enhance drivers’ training for safety on roads.
The FRSC Corps Marshal, Mr Shehu Mohammed made the disclosure during a news conference marking the flag-off of 2025 Ember Months campaign on Monday in Lokoja.
Represented by FRSC Sector Commander in Kogi, Mr Tenimu Etuku, the Corps marshal, spoke on the theme:Take Responsibility for Your Safety: Stop Distracted Driving.
He also disclosed that the FRSC had upgraded its printing facilities to produce 15,000 driver’s licences daily, with a target to clear all pending applications before mid-November.
Mohammed lamented the alarming rate of road crashes, which he attributed to drivers’ laxity and recklessness on the highways.
“This is why the theme of this year’s ember month is carefully chosen to address road infringements by drivers, which were largely responsible for the previous road crash records.
“These violations include, failure to adhere to road traffic rules and regulations, speed limit violation, driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs, seat belt violation and road rage amongst others, ” he said.
The FRSC boss announced plans to commence contactless biometric capture and on-the-spot licence printing, which would eliminate the issuance of temporary driver’s licences.
He, however, commended the Federal Government for its continued support to the Corps in its efforts to reduce road crashes and ensure safer road use during and beyond the ember month. (vitalnewsngr.com)
