The Federal Road Safety Corps has appealed to the Nigerian public to comply with traffic laws and regulations to reduce the high rate of crashes on the roads.

The FRSC spokesman, Olusegun Ogungbemide, said Thursday in Abuja, that public support and cooperation were essential in ensuring a safe and secure motoring environment.

Mr Ogungbemide, who expressed concern over the high rate of casualties on Nigerian roads, attributed it to impunity and disregard for traffic laws.

He disclosed that the corps had recorded a high number of crashes and fatalities resulting from reckless driving, overloading, and mix loading.

He also said that advanced countries being celebrated for their development did not achieve their status without the support and cooperation of their citizens.

He noted that these countries have well-developed systems and laws in place, which were strictly enforced and complied with by their citizens. 

He stressed the need for Nigeria to replicate the same level of development and safety on its roads with citizens complying with traffic laws and regulations.

Mr Ogungbemide also said compliance with traffic laws was crucial in preventing crashes and saving lives, emphasising that the laws were in place to ensure harmony, security, and safety.

The FRSC spokesman also cautioned against “mix loading” and overloading, which he said could lead to crashes and fatalities.

Mr Ogungbemide, however, said the corps would continue to enforce traffic laws and regulations and urged the public to cooperate with its personnel.

He appealed to the public to support the FRSC’s efforts to ensure safety on Nigerian roads, adding that it helps the corps in achieving its goal of reducing crashes and fatalities on the nation’s roads.

(NAN)