The Federal Highway Security Corps (FRSC) has cautioned motorists in Badagry, Lagos State, in opposition to distracted driving in the course of the ember months and past. The Unit Commander of the FRSC in Badagry, Mr. Yusuf Sanni, gave the warning on Wednesday whereas flagging off the 2025 Ember Months Public Enlightenment and Sensitisation Marketing campaign.
The occasion, monitored by Politics Nigeria, was themed “Take Accountability For Your Security, Cease Distracted Driving.”
In keeping with Sanni, this yr’s marketing campaign is directed at drivers who regularly have interaction in telephone use or pointless conversations whereas behind the wheel.
“The theme emphasises the essential function of human behaviour in street security. Most crashes are attributable to driver-related components reminiscent of rushing, fatigue, overloading, and the usage of cell phones whereas driving,” Sanni stated.
He defined that whereas the 2024 marketing campaign urged passengers to “communicate up” when drivers acted recklessly, the 2025 focus is on making drivers extra accountable for his or her actions.
“This yr, drivers ought to take duty for driving safely to their locations,” he acknowledged.
Sanni additional revealed that the marketing campaign would sort out recurring offences together with reckless driving, alcohol consumption, non-use of seat belts, and different unsafe practices.
He added that the FRSC would intensify its enforcement technique by deploying extra personnel alongside highways and introducing community-driven approaches reminiscent of rallies, city corridor conferences, and free car security checks.
The commander additionally highlighted the Corps’ collaboration with driving faculties, transport unions, and neighborhood leaders to reinforce driver schooling and consciousness.
“We’re working intently with key stakeholders to strengthen our collective effort towards safer roads,” he stated.
He appealed to motorists to at all times preserve pace limits and adjust to all site visitors rules.
In the course of the flag-off, FRSC personnel and Particular Marshals, alongside transport union members and residents, marched from the command workplace to Badagry Roundabout and motor parks, sensitising street customers on the necessity to drive responsibly all through the festive interval.