FRSC Leverages on Technology for Effective traffic management

By Admin

The Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, says it will leverage modern technology to enhance its operations in line with global dynamics in road transportation.

FRSC Corps Marshal, Mallam Shehu Mohammed stated this during an Ember Months Town Hall meeting in Abuja with the theme: Smart Road Infrastructure and Commuters Right to Safe Journeys”.

Mallam Mohammed stressed that since road transportation is the predominant transport mode in the country, Smart Road Infrastructure would ensure a seamless interface between vehicles,the roads, and the commutters

In a remark, the Inspector General of Police, Mr Kayode Egbetokun represented by the Assistant Inspector General in charge of Zone 7, Benedict Igwe emphasized the need for FRSC to work with relevant security agencies especially the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency in checking high rate of consumption of illicit drugs among commercial drivers in the country.

The co-convener of the town hall meeting, Mr Frank Aigbogun, stressed the need for FRSC to partner the media to senzitize road users on the dangerous effects of reckless driving.

Prof. Yusuf Suberu, National Coordinator, FCT Squadron Leader Professor Yusuf Suberu said the Town Hall meeting provided ample opportunity for stakeholders in ensuring Ember Months free of road accidents.

Professor Suberu however stressed the need for FRSC to always build the capacity of stakeholders on rescue operation during emergency