FRSC arrests 823 drivers, seizes 189 vehicles, 634 licenses over traffic violations in Abuja‬

‪Abdullateef Fowewe‬

The Federal Road Safety Corps has taken significant action against traffic violations in Abuja, arresting 823 drivers and seizing 189 vehicles in Abuja.

The operations started during special enforcement operations activated on September 2, 2024, and also resulted in the revocation of 634 driver’s licenses and the administration of 923 sanctions for various infractions.

The crackdown according to a circular by the FRSC Commander of Corps Public Education Officer, Olusegun Ogungbemide on Friday, aimed to enhance road safety and compliance with traffic regulations that contribute significantly to road crashes and gridlocks in the nation’s capital.

The Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed on September 1, 2024, commissioned a special enforcement patrol tagged ‘Operation Karara’ to tackle the menace of traffic light and Zebra crossing violations in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja.

The operation, which targets to reduce the high incidence of traffic light violations, that contribute significantly to road crashes and gridlocks in the nation’s capital; is expected to actualize its mandate through speedy arrest and prosecution of traffic light violators, the conduct of public enlightenment and education on traffic rules and regulations, as well as collaboration with other security agencies to enhance traffic management.

The Corps Marshal who approved the operation stated with adequate emphasis that traffic light violations are a major contributor to road crashes, and must be brought to a halt by all operational means necessary within the ambit of the law. He made known, his satisfaction with the successes already recorded within the short period. Noting that FRSC will continue to enforce traffic laws to ensure a safer and more orderly traffic environment in Abuja.

The circular reads, “The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has arrested 823 drivers, administered 923 fines, impounded 189 vehicles and confiscated 634 licenses and vehicle particulars for traffic light, zebra crossing and other violations, within the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. These arrests were effected during special enforcement operations activated on 2 September 2024.

“While commending the efforts of the gallant Commanders of the various units of the intervention patrol and the field Operatives as well; he directed them to intensify patrol operations at major intersections and traffic light points, particularly during peak hours.

“The arrested drivers were charged with various offenses, including; traffic light violation, dangerous driving, road marking violations and reckless driving. In order to consolidate the gains recorded in the cause of the patrol operations and further entrench sanity in the use of traffic lights in the FCT, the Corps Marshal appeals to motorists to cooperate with its personnel and obey all traffic rules and regulations.”