The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has cautioned motorists in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and Niger State against dangerous driving and the habit of carrying two passengers in the front seats.

The Zonal Commanding Officer in charge of the FCT and Niger, Shehu Mohammed, gave the warning in an interview on Sunday in Abuja.

“It does not befit the beauty of the country and Abuja as its capital. It is the image of the country that you, as a driver, are tarnishing by carrying two passengers in front of their vehicles,” he said.

He warned drivers to desist from overloading because noting that the corps would clamp down on them.

“People should, therefore, avoid overloading, speed limit violation, dangerous driving, phoning or texting while driving and also the use of worn-out or expired tyres.

“Also, avoid night journeys. It is not how fast you move to wherever you want to go but how safe. The aim is to reach your destination safely and meet your people well, ” he said.

Mr Mohammed observed the faults as major causes of Road Traffic Crashes (RTCs) in the zones, especially during festive seasons.

He, however, said that people needed to recognise the sanctity of human lives by obeying all traffic rules and regulations and avoiding acts capable of undermining the safety of other road users.

The FRSC boss called on the public to assist the road safety and other security agencies deployed to manage traffic by conducting themselves in a safe and orderly manner.

Mr Mohammed also urged those at the fuel stations in FCT to maintain a single line to avoid road obstruction or traffic congestion on the highway.

He pointed out that FRSC patrol and rescue teams were on alert to assist road travellers, while the helplines across the FCT and Niger would remain open for emergencies.

(NAN)