Shehu Mohammed, the corps marshal, Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), has directed the mobilisation of personnel for the 2024 “ember months” patrol operation to ensure safe highways nationwide.

Mr Mohammed made this known on Monday during a news conference commemorating the 2024 World Remembrance Day of Accident victims in Abuja.

The 2024 World Remembrance Day of road accident victims has the theme “That Day.”

The FRSC boss said that according to the World Health Organisation (WHO), road traffic injuries cause significant economic losses and are a leading killer of people aged 5-29 years.

He, however, said FRSC was collaborating with all stakeholders to create the necessary awareness throughout the week-long activities to address the challenges.

He said this includes press briefing, media chat, motorcade rally/road show, commemorative church service, Juma’at prayer, and hospital visitation to RTC victims.

The FRSC boss said he was confident that with campaigns by various stakeholders, including the media, Nigeria will be able to address the dangers posed by road traffic crashes.

“On our part, we have put in place necessary measures to halt this menace and sensitise members of the public on the plight of the victims.

“Accordingly, I have directed the mobilisation of all FRSC personnel for the ‘2024 ember months patrol operations,” he said.

According to him, this is to ensure that all road users using the highways will arrive at their destinations safely.

Mr Mohammed, however, assured the public that the corps would continue to work with stakeholders to enforce traffic rules and regulations.

He appealed to stakeholders to remain dedicated to creating a safer motoring environment in Nigeria while appreciating the press for their support in promoting road safety.

The FRSC corps marshal called on the public to pay special attention to their safety while driving by adhering to safety measures.

(NAN)