The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Kebbi command, has warned tricycle operators against overloading and unsafe road practices.

The state’s new sector commander, Rukayya Zakaria, gave the warning in Birnin Kebbi on Monday while commemorating the 2025 Global Customer Service Week with the theme “Mission Possible.”

The sector commander also urged them to prioritise safety and compliance with traffic regulations.

Ms Zakaria lamented that the command had witnessed increasing cases of overloading and mixed loading by tricycle operators.

“I have noticed overloading in Kebbi, especially among tricycle drivers. You see them carrying excess passengers and goods on top of the tricycles.

“In fact, I saw one carrying almost 10 people last week. My message to them is that their lives are important and valuable.

“What we are doing is not for ourselves but for the good and safety of all road users. If they cooperate with us, we can achieve safer roads and minimise crashes to the barest minimum,” she added.

Ms Zakaria, who made history as the first female sector commander in the North-West zone, covering Kebbi, Sokoto, and Zamfara States, described her appointment as a great honour and responsibility.

“It is a challenging position being the first woman to be appointed sector commander in this zone. I believe that with the support of all stakeholders, I will succeed in my mission,” she said.

She explained that the celebration highlights the FRSC’s commitment to quality service delivery, including the issuance of driver’s licences, number plates, rescue services, and patrol operations.

“We appreciate the collaboration of our stakeholders and thank them for their continuous support of the corps,” Ms Zakaria added.

In his remarks, Garba Dan-Malam, the chairman of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) in the state, reaffirmed the union’s commitment to partner with security and regulatory agencies to promote road safety.

“We will continue to support the FRSC in achieving the objectives of this year’s customer service week and ensure safer roads for all,” Mr Dan-Malam said.

(NAN)