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FRSC urges tanker drivers to install speed limit devices to prevent accidents

Mr Uga was reacting to the tanker accident in the Ibafo axis of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway on Saturday.

• May 25, 2024
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Tankers used to illustrate the story[Credit:Vanguard News]

The Ogun Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has called on tanker drivers to install speed limit devices and obey traffic regulations to stem road crashes.

Anthony Uga, FRSC sector commander in Ogun, made the call in an interview with journalists on Saturday in Ota.

Mr Uga was reacting to the tanker accident in the Ibafo axis of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway on Saturday.

A tanker conveying Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) exploded in the area after falling on its side, causing gridlock.

Firefighters rushed to the scene, while FRSC operatives from the Ibafo outpost were deployed to manage the traffic.

The sector commander said that some road crashes involving tankers in the state were caused by speeding and disregarding traffic rules and regulations.

“We are appealing to these drivers to install speed limit devices and safety valves to avoid preventable disasters.

“In addition, they should ensure that their tankers are working properly by checking them daily before embarking on any trip,” he said.

Mr Uga enjoined tanker owners to employ qualified drivers and train them so that the roads could be safe for all road users.

He reiterated the commitment of the FRSC to collaborate with sister agencies to stem highway mishaps.

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