The Ogun Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Corps has warned motorists against drunk driving and recklessness to minimise road crashes during the Sallah celebrations.

Temitope Oseni, the Ijako unit commander of TRACE, gave the warning on Tuesday in Ota, Ogun.

Ms Oseni said that the warning became necessary to prevent unnecessary loss of lives during the Eld-el-Kabir celebrations.

She noted that motorists were accustomed to flouting traffic rules and regulations, especially during festive periods, which resulted in road crashes.

“We are warning them ahead to refrain from reckless driving and desist from taking intoxicating substances that could affect their sense of reasoning negatively, thereby leading to loss of lives and properties.

“In addition, they should ensure that their vehicles are in good condition and plan their journeys to prevent travelling at night because of poor visibility.

“They should also stop driving against one-way (sic) and abide by all the rules and regulations of the road to reduce fatality rates in case of any crash,” the TRACE commander said.

She also urged market women to desist from placing their goods on the roads to prevent being rammed by vehicles.

The federal government had declared Friday and Monday as public holidays for the Muslim faithful to celebrate Eid-el-Kabir across the country. 

(NAN)