FRSC officials shot by ‘aides of top Abia official’
The road safety agency says the matter has been reported to the police
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The road safety agency says the matter has been reported to the police
"If they are found guilty, they'll be sanctioned; but there must be investigation first.”
The offenders were arrested for various offences including non-use of seat belts.
The squad targets use of phone while driving, route violation, traffic light violation, dangerous driving and overloading.
The accidents occurred in different parts of Kogi State between June 23 and June 28.
The vehicle went out of control, somersaulting several times in the bush before crashing into a tree.
About 864 cars, 106 ambulances, 22 tow trucks and 266 motorcycles would also be deployed for the exercise.
The Senate says outlawing the notoriously dangerous night travel will violate people’s right to movement.
Offenders would have their driver’s licenses withdrawn pending confirmation of their sanity or otherwise.
Mr. Chidoka, a former Aviation minister, has declared for the Anambra governorship election.
Mr. Chidoka speaks about his experiences during the Obasanjo and Yar’adua administrations.
Kingsley Agomo, the former Zonal Commanding Officer of Zone 7, Abuja, was moved to Zone 6, Port Harcourt.
The government has urged the FRSC to limit its presence to the "fringes" and highways.
The FRSC advised on adhering to recommended speed limit.
The three men have been recalled to their Sector Command for “administrative and disciplinary action”.
Mr. Oyeyemi said the FRSC was intensifying its public enlightenment, education and advocacy efforts.
The deployment includes 267 motorcycles, 106 ambulances and 22 tow trucks.
The officer was suspended pending investigations, the FRSC said.
The FRSC boss warned officials to always copy the number plates of erring motorists.
Accredited vendors are in charge of sale and calibration of the device, an official said.
“When people continue to use their private cars for commercial purpose, it gives room for criminal elements…”
The FRSC advised motorists to take alternative routes to the expressway.
The Abuja airport will be closed for a six-week period beginning from Wednesday.
The FRSC boss identified bad roads, inexperienced drivers and over-speeding as the major causes of road crashes in Nigeria
A National Road Safety Strategy document was also presented at the meeting.
