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  • 12  Dead, 2 Injured In Kogi Road Crash, FRSC Warns Motorists Against Speeding, Dangerous Driving

    12  Dead, 2 Injured In Kogi Road Crash, FRSC Warns Motorists Against Speeding, Dangerous Driving

     

     

    A female child was among 12 people that lost their lives in a ghastly motor accident which occured on Ejule – Enugu highway in Kogi State.

    Two other persons were critically injured in the accident.

    The victims were travelling in a 18-seater passenger bus when the crash occurred at about 11.30 p.m.of Friday, December 19, 2025, in Iboko community, Idah Local Government Area.

    The ill-fated Toyota Hiace passenger bus belonged to Romchi Mass Transit, a private mass transit company.

    The bus, was travelling from Abuja to the eastern part of the country but rammed into a stationary faulty articulated vehicle due to over speeding.

    Mr Tenimu Etuku, the Kogi State Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) confirmed the accident

    Etuku, who spoke to newsmen in Lokoja on Saturday, described the accident as “fatal and very unfortunate”.

    He said that one child was among 12 persons that died, saying that all of them died on the spot.

    Etuku blamed the accident on over speeding.

    The Sector Commander said the two injured victims were taken to the nearby Mercy of Jesus Hospital, Ejule, Ofu Local Government, for treatment while the corpses were deposited in the morgue of the hospital.

    As Christmas approaches, Etuku cautioned motorists against dangerous driving, excessive speeding and reckless overtaking.

    “At this yuletide, motorists must be careful and adhere strictly to traffic rules and regulations to avoid such accidents and wastage of precious lives.

    “I believe this is one way to help the FRSC and the federal government reduce the alarming rate of road traffic crashes and fatalities in the country.

    “I hereby urge drivers to exercise patience and maintain safe driving practices, especially during long-distance journeys in this yuletide, ” he advised. (vitalnewsngr.com)

  • Ember Months: FRSC caution motorists against speed

    Ember Months: FRSC caution motorists against speed

    By Ige Adekunle
    Sango-Ota (Ogun), Sept. 1, 2025 The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Ogun Command, has advised motorists to reduce speed during the ’ember months’ to stem unnecessary road crashes.
    Mr Nasir Mohammed, FRSC Commander in charge of Sagamu-Ore-Benin Expressway, gave the advice in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria on Monday in Ota.
    Mohammed noted that speed was sweet, but it kills faster than any deadly diseases, stressing the need for motorists to therefore refrain from excessive speed that could lead to disaster through crashes.
    “We urge motorists to obey road signs and adhere to average speed limit to prevent avoidable crashes during the ember months.
    ”We also strongly advice against night travel, reckless driving and wrongful over taking,” he said.
    The route commander emphasised the need for motorists to desist from drunk-driving as this could affect their sense of reasoning thus resulting to accident.
    He reiterated the FRSC’s commitment to embark on aggressive public enlightenment and patrols to educate the public on the dangers of flouting traffic rules and regulations.
  • FRSC MOBILE APP AND NEW WEBSITE: A TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP OF SHEHU MOHAMMED, THE TECH-DRIVEN GENERAL OF ROAD SAFETY REFORM B

    FRSC MOBILE APP AND NEW WEBSITE: A TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP OF SHEHU MOHAMMED, THE TECH-DRIVEN GENERAL OF ROAD SAFETY REFORM B

     

     

    By Bisi Kazeem
    (Deputy Corps Marshal (Rtd) writes from Lagos, Nigeria.)

    FLOWERBUDNEWS:  Gone are the days when Nigerians dreaded tedious visits to licensing offices or feared being left in the dark about safety regulations. Today, with just a smartphone or internet connection, drivers across the country can access a world of road safety services at their fingertips.

    In an era where technological innovation determines the efficiency of public institutions, one agency stands tall for its decisive leap into the digital age, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC). Under the resolute leadership of Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed, FRSC has redefined what it means to deliver public service in the 21st century, using technology not as a cosmetic add-on but as a core driver of reform and impact.

    This transformation is embodied in two groundbreaking tools: the FRSC Mobile App and the newly redesigned FRSC Website. Two robust digital platforms that are fast becoming the gold standard for service delivery and safety regulation in Nigeria’s road sector.

    Launched as part of the Corps’ digitization drive, the new FRSC Mobile App is nothing short of a road user’s companion. The app integrates drivers license renewal, real-time alerts, emergency rescue requests, vehicle verification, and access to safety tips—all in one seamless platform. Its intuitive interface and swift response capability reflect a keen understanding of the modern driver’s lifestyle: fast, mobile, and always connected.

    What makes the app even more powerful is its emergency SOS feature, allowing users to call for help during road crashes or vehicle breakdowns. This functionality links road users directly to FRSC rescue teams, proving that technology is not just making processes easier, but saving lives in real time.

    The FRSC Mobile App is not a fancy gadget, it is a lifesaving tool. With its user-friendly interface and real-time functionalities, this app puts the power of road safety in the hands of every Nigerian. From renewing driver’s licenses and verifying number plates to receiving real-time traffic alerts and requesting emergency rescue during crashes, the app is a command center for road users.

    This is not guesswork. The app is already closing response time gaps, reducing queues at licensing centers, and empowering motorists to take full control of their safety obligations. It’s smart. It’s secure. And it is revolutionary.

    Complementing the mobile app is the completely redesigned FRSC website—a sleek, easy-to-navigate portal that demystifies road safety administration. With faster load times, simplified menus, and mobile responsiveness, the website puts relevant information and services at the public’s reach. Whether it’s checking license status, reporting traffic issues, tracking policy updates, or reading safety campaigns, the website serves as a one-stop hub for all stakeholders in Nigeria’s road ecosystem.

    Not to be outdone, the FRSC’s new website has been reborn, faster, sharper, more intuitive, and rich with essential resources. It is now a fully integrated portal that connects citizens to the Corps without barriers. Whether you want to report a traffic incident, track your license processing, or access vital road safety data, the website delivers all with ease, speed, and clarity.

    This isn’t just a facelift; it’s a structural redesign that signals the Corps’ transition from manual inefficiency to digital transparency. The days of clueless motorists and inaccessible information are over.

    These innovations are no accident. They are the direct results of Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed’s visionary leadership and refusal to accept the status quo. Since assuming office, he has championed a culture of data-driven operations, IT-based enforcement, and citizen-centered services. His blueprint is clear: digitize or die.

    By anchoring FRSC’s operations on digital platforms, Shehu Mohammed is not only confronting the nation’s road safety challenges—he is demolishing outdated systems, dismantling corruption-prone processes, and laying the foundation for a more efficient, transparent, and accountable FRSC.

    With these tools now in the hands of the Nigerian public, the message is unambiguous: road safety has gone digital, and the FRSC under Shehu Mohammed is not waiting for the future, it is creating it. The app and the website are not just innovations; they are weapons in the fight against avoidable deaths, road chaos, and public distrust.

    His commitment to innovation reminds us that progress is not a distant dream. It’s here, it’s active, and it’s driving on Nigerian roads today.

    Shehu Mohammed’s name is already being written in the annals of public sector reformers who matched rhetoric with results. And through this bold embrace of technology, he is proving that when leadership is focused, fearless, and futuristic, even the most rigid systems can be transformed.

    Bisi Kazeem fsi, MNIM, anipr

    Deputy Corps Marshal (Rtd) writes from Lagos, Nigeria.

  • Gov. Mbah says Enugu Govt will support all initiatives promoting safety on roads

    Gov. Mbah says Enugu Govt will support all initiatives promoting safety on roads

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    Gov. Peter Mbah of Enugu has assured residents of the state that his administration will continue to prioritise and support all initiatives promoting safety on roads within the state and county at large.

    Mbah gave the assurance in an address at the 2025 National Workshop for Driving School Proprietors and Instructors holding in Enugu on Thursday.


    The theme of the two-day workshop is “Entrenching Highway Safety in Nigeria Through Standardised Drivers and Riders Training.”

    Represented by the state’s Commissioner for Special Duties, Chief Sunday Ajogwu, the governor noted that the state would continue to put up legislative support, infrastructure investments or policy reforms to ensure avoidable accidents were checked on roads.


    According to him, we recognise that transportation safety is not merely a technical issue – it is a moral imperative.

    “Let us not reduce this workshop to another ceremonial gathering, but rather, let it be a transformational platform that strengthens the building blocks of a safer road in Nigeria,” he said.

    Mbah also congratulated the FRSC leadership, particularly the Corps Marshal and the training department for their vision and dedication.


    In an address, the Corps Marshal of FRSC, Mallam Shehu Mohammed, said that the driving schools remained the first point of contact between would-be drivers and the culture of road safety.

    Represented by the Deputy Corps Marshal, Mr Chidiebere Nkwonta, the Corps Marshal noted that “if the foundation at the driving school is weak, no amount of enforcement, engineering, or emergency response could sufficiently bridge gap.”


    According to him, it is therefore critical that all driving school proprietors and instructors recognise the sacredness of their role in nation building.

    He said, “Our Driving Schools Standardization Programme (DSSP) was established as a comprehensive framework to improve the quality, uniformity, and integrity of drivers training nationwide.

    “Since its inception, we have witnessed significant progress through: improved training curricula; adoption of driving simulators in approved schools; increased compliance with minimum operational standards; and a more structured and credible licensing process.


    “However, there are still significant gaps. Some schools continue to cut corners. Some prioritise profit over safety. Some struggle with infrastructural deficits, regulatory compliance, and the profession development of their instructors.”

    The corps marshal said that the workshop would provide the opportunity to collectively address these gaps.

    “The selected lecture topics including the examination of the trucking industry’s impact on highway safety, the economic prospects standardized rider training, and an honest reflection on the DSSP journey are – designed to challenge our assumptions, and inspire collective action.


    “Moreover, the second day’s Technical Session is particularly critical. It acknowledges the reality that regulation without consultation often breeds resentment and non-compliance,” he added.

    He said that years of orgnising the annual driving school training had yielded incremental reorientation among drivers especially as all driving schools followed the DSSP protocols and guidelines before a license is issued.

    Speaking, an Honourary FRSC Special Marshal, Chief Felix Ajim, commended the FRSC management for finding practical solutions to the challenges confronting the driving school industry leading to poor driving culture and avoidable accidents.


    “We appreciate the FRSC management for the humanitarian efforts to ensure that all road users are safe and the Corps is doing it in a proactive manner starting with the first point a would-be driver begining from – the approved FRSC Driving Schools,” he said.

    The State Director of Vehicles Inspection Office (VIO), Mr Val Chime, said that the place of VIO testing examination for all would-be driver should never be jettison as it completes the training of a would-be driver before obtaining a license.

    Responding, Mrs Gloria Ugbebo, an instructor with Intergrated Automative Services Limited, Calabar, thanked the FRSC for standardising and saniting driving in the country through a uniformed DSSP protocols and guidelines.

    Ugbebo, who is one of the participants at the workshop, said, “The FRSC regulations have brought dignity and procedure in the driving school industry and the yearly training have continue to shape the industry for the better.”

    The two-day workshop is being attended by driving school proprietors and instructors from Cross River, Ebonyi and Enugu States.

  • FRSC deploys 660 personnel, 14 vehicles for Eid-el-Kabir Special Patrol in Enugu

    FRSC deploys 660 personnel, 14 vehicles for Eid-el-Kabir Special Patrol in Enugu

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    The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has deployed no fewer than 660 personnel and 14 vehicles for a hitch-free Eid-el-Kabir Special Patrol within Enugu State.

    The Sector Commander of FRSC Enugu State Command, Mr Franklin Agbakoba, told newsmen in Thursday in Enugu that the personnel already deployed included: 375 Regular Marshals and 285 Special Marshals.


    Agbakoba noted that the Command had also deployed 14 vehicles, adding that the vehicles included: nine patrol vehicles, two power bikes, one emergency ambulance, one heavy duty tow truck and one light duty tow truck.

    According to him, the Sallah Special Patrol code-named: ‘OPERATION EID-EL-KABIR’ will commence today, June 5, and run to June 11; thus for seven consecutive days.

    The sector commander noted that the operation would focus on ensurely free flow of traffic and quick remover of any obstruction on the road corridors within the state.

    Agbakoba emphasised that personnel would concentrate on major portions and road corridors within the state.

    He said these road corridors included: Ugwuonyeama axis of Enugu-Onitsha Dual Carriageway; the Eke Obinagu axis of Enugu-Abakaliki Expressway; Obolloafor axis of 9th Mile-Nsukka-Obolloafor Road and Opi axis of Enugu-Nike-Opi Road among others.

    “The objective of the operation is to enhance the Corps’ visibility on state’s roads through early deployment of personnel and logistics to ensure reduction in Road Traffic Crashes (RTCs).

    “This early and proactive deployment will ensure reduction in
    Road Traffic Fatalities (RTF), and Road Traffic Injuries (RTI) as well as strict enforcement of road traffic laws and regulations.

    “There will be prompt rescue and response to distress calls and speedy removal of obstructions from the highways among others.

    “In this special Sallah Operation, there will be result oriented public education and enlightenment, and enforcement of critical offences that induce Road Traffic Crashes,” he said.

    The sector commander noted that as personnel ensure 24/7 free flow of traffic in all road corridors, “it will not overlook overloading, drunk driving, route violation, use of phone while driving, speeding and dangerous overtaking among others”.

    “I wish all Nigerians a joyful and peaceful Eid Kabir celebration, and for those travelling a safe trip and for them to start their journey on time in the morning,” he added.

  • Safety: FRSC hails Enugu Govt. for roads reconstruction with spacious walkways

    Safety: FRSC hails Enugu Govt. for roads reconstruction with spacious walkways

     

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    The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has hailed Enugu State Government for roads reconstruction and construction with spacious side walkways withn the entire state.

    The Sector Commander of FRSC Enugu State Command, Corps Commander Franklin Agbakoba, gave the commendation on Wednesday in Enugu during a press briefing for the commemoration of the 8th United Nations (UN) Global Road Safety Week in the state.


    The theme for the 8th UN Global Road Safety Week is: ‘Make Walking Safe, Make Cycling Safe’, and it runs from May 12 to May 18, 2025.

    Agbakoba noted that with the spacious walkways and putting other necessary road furnitures such as well-designed bus stops and lighting, the Gov. Peter Mbah’s led administration had achieved one of the major goals of the UN.

    According to him, with new road design with spacious walkways and other furniture made compulsory in all roads, Gov. Mbah has prioritised the safety and security of pedestrians walking in all major roads within the state.


    Agbakoba noted that during the event the FRSC stakeholders and FRSC Enugu State Command would be centring on education and awareness that deals with safety of vulnerable road users, who are those walking and cycling within the cities and roads.

    He explained that the event was meant to reinforce collective responsibilities in making road safer for everybody as
    established in 2007 by the UN General Assembly as efforts would spotlight the need to prioritise non-motorised transportation safety.

    “As a Corps, we have continued to generate strategies to meet these glaring challenges. We have intensified our public enlightenment campaigns both in the state and nationwide.


    “The establishment and sustenance of road safety clubs in schools to catch-them-young and ensured wslkways, zebra crossing and cycling lanes are incorporated into new and existing road projects.

    “FRSC is also monitoring drivers’ behaviour in high-risk routes, enforce speed limits and also ensure well-structured safety education for children and youths to imbibe positive road culture and habits,” he said.

    Agbakoba urged road safety stakeholders in the state to sustain the call for action meant to build a road environment and culture
    where pedestrians and cyclists are protected and where no life is lost needlessly on the roads.

    “As lead agency in road safety administration and traffic management, FRSC will continue to drive interventions to save lives, but we cannot do this on our own we needed everyone support and cooperation,” he added.


    The week long event included: a press briefing, sensitisation rally and distribution of fliers, strategic visit to selected schools for safety education and Road Safety Officers’ Wives Association (ROSOWA) visit to fleet operators.


    Others are: commemorative juma’at prayer on Friday, ROSOWA visitation to orphanage homes and commemorative church service on Sunday among others.

  • Ogbodo assumes duty as new Sector Commander in Ebonyi

    Ogbodo assumes duty as new Sector Commander in Ebonyi

     

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    Corps Commander (CC) of Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Anthony Ogbodo, has assumed duty as the new Sector Commander of FRSC Ebonyi State Command.

    Ogbodo assumed duty in Abakaliki, while being welcomed by officers of the command on Friday.


    He took over office from Corps Commander Henry Igwe, who had been redeployed to the Motor Vehicle Administration Department of the FRSC Headquarters, Abuja.

    Until his recent deployment to be the new FRSC boss in Ebonyi State; Ogbodo was the Deputy Commandant, FRSC Academy, Udi, Enugu State.

    Ogbodo joined the FRSC in January 1998 and throughout his career, he has served in various capacities and commands, showcasing his versatility and dedication, a thorough breed operational staff and served almost all operational position in FRSC.

    Key positions held included: Staff Officer, Corps Intelligence, FRSC Headquarters, Abuja (1998); Established the Zonal Intelligence Office in Owerri (1998-2003) and Unit Commander in the listed Commands unbroken (2003-2012): Warri Unit and Agbor Unit in Delta State; Afikpo Unit in Ebonyi State and Eleme Unit in Rivers State.

    Held various positions at FRSC Headquarters and Commands, including: Head of Unit (Records and Documentation); Corps Secretary Office; Assistant Corps Commander (ACC) Training, Enugu and Deputy Corps Commander (DCC) Training, Enugu.

    Others are Deputy Corps Commander (DCC) Operations (Zonal Head of Operations), Enugu; Deputy Corps Commander (DCC) Operations, Anambra; Deputy Corps Commander (DCC) Logistics, Enugu; Deputy Corps Commander (DCC) Operations, Enugu and the Registrar, FRSC Academy, Udi, Enugu State.


    Ogbodo, who was born on Nov. 14, 1965 in Enugu, hailed from Akpugo, Nkanu West Local Government Area of Enugu State. While he began his educational journey in Enugu, later attending St. John’s College, Alor, Anambra State, where he obtained his School Certificate in 1981.

    He pursued higher education at the University of Calabar, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts (B.A. Hons) Degree in History in 1987.

    He furthered his education with a Post Graduate Diploma and Master’s Degree in Business Administration and Management from Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu, in 1995 and 1997, respectively.

    On professional development, Ogbodo had attended numerous courses, both locally and internationally, enhancing his skills and expertise.

    Personal life, the new sector commander is a 4th Degree Knight of St. John’s International of the Catholic Church and he is married to Lady Ogbodo Uche Eunice, and the marriage is blessed with children.

  • 6 dead, 5 injured in multiple auto-crashes in Kogi – FRSC

    6 dead, 5 injured in multiple auto-crashes in Kogi – FRSC

     

    By FLOWERBUDNEWS:

    (Lokoja):  Six persons have been reported dead and five others injured in a multiple auto crashes in Okene Local Government Area of Kogi State, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) official has confirmed.

    Mr Samuel Ogundayo, FRSC Acting Sector Commander in Kogi, disclosed this to newsmen in Lokoja on Tuesday.

    (File photo)

    The Ag. sector commander, which described the accident as “tragic and very unfortunate,” said that the accident, which occurred at Old Zango in Okunchi community of Okene around 8.30p.m. of Monday involved seven vehicles.

    Ogundayo said that tragic incident began with the inability of a truck to climb the Okengwe hill, when it lost break and rolled backward crushing two Tricycles, three cars and ramped into another truck.

    “The tragic and unfortunate incident left six persons dead and five others injured.

    “The FRSC rescue operatives who arrived the accident scene in good time rushed the injured to the Referral Hospital, Okene for treatment, while the corpses of the dead were deposited at Mortuary of the Onene General hospital, ” he stated.

    According to him, it took the efforts of his officers and other security agencies to clear the gridlock on the highway for free flow of traffic.

    The commander advised motorists to always take precautions by giving good distance to trucks on highways especially at hilly areas so as to avoid any eventuality at break loss.

    He tasked motorists to endeavour to keep to the traffic rules and regulations to help in reduction of traffic road crashes and carnage on our roads.