In anticipation of increased vehicular movement across Lagos and its environs during the Sallah, the Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, RS2.1 Lagos Sector Command, under the leadership of Corps Commander Kehinde G. Hamzat, has rolled out a comprehensive traffic management and safety plan to ensure a safe and hitch-free celebration.
As part of its special Sallah operations, the Command is deploying 1,600 regular staff, 1,542 Special Marshals, 41 patrol vehicles, 10 power bikes, 5 tow trucks and 5 ambulances.
In statement by the Sector Public Education Officer, Elizabeth Jayeola, the Command says these resources will be strategically positioned across major highways and critical corridors in Lagos State to ensure free flow of traffic, prompt response to road traffic crashes, rapid clearance of obstructions, sustained public enlightenment, effective enforcement operations
Jayeola notes that FRSC Lagos will be working in synergy with sister agencies and emergency responders to maintain order, provide security, and safeguard lives and properties throughout the festive period.
She quotes the Sector Commander, Corps Commander Kehinde G. Hamzat, as strongly advising all road users to adhere strictly to traffic rules and regulations, emphasizing that safety is a shared responsibility.
His advice to the motoring public includes: plan your journeys early, avoid night travels, ensure your vehicles are roadworthy, do not drink and drive, obey speed limits and use seatbelts at all times.
Others are avoid use of phones while driving, commercial drivers must avoid overloading and motorcyclists should stay off expressways and wear safety gear.
He stress that FRSC personnel will be visible, proactive, and the success of the operations depends on the cooperation of all road users.
”Let us work together to ensure this Eid-ul-Adha is crash-free and filled with joy.”
