The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) FCT Command has arrested no fewer than 100 traffic offenders in the past week during the ongoing “Operation Green Light Enforcement” in the city centre.
FCT Sector Commander, Muta’a Chorrie, disclosed this in an interview with newsmen on Tuesday in Abuja.
Chorrie expressed concern that many motorists, especially commercial drivers, habitually disregard traffic lights.
He warned that the Corps would continue to sanction traffic offenders, regardless of their status, to ensure road safety.
Chorrie also addressed the issue of indiscriminate parking by commercial drivers, stating that the Corps had increased the mobility of patrol personnel to curb the excesses of road users.
“The FCT Command has been engaging with Transport Union Leaders in regular meetings to address the menace in the six area councils of the territory.
“We arrested 100 traffic offenders within seven days in FCT. We will not relent until sanity is restored on our highways,” he said.
Chorrie appealed to motorists to avoid overloading, emphasizing that the Corps would not tolerate those who damage the country’s image.
The FRSC boss also advised Nigerians to avoid boarding overloaded vehicles, as they are difficult to manoeuvre during emergencies.
“With the rainy season setting in, we urge road users to drive within approved speed limits and park at convenient places when the rain is heavy,” he said.
