Ms Sa’adu said the tragedy occurred when some residents attempted to scoop fuel from the fallen tanker, which later exploded.
He stressed that collective adherence to safety rules would help reduce crashes.
The sector commander explained that the deployment aimed at ensuring an accident-free yuletide.
She said that both agencies were determined to ensure free traffic flow, prevent road crashes, and safeguard commuters throughout the festive period.
Hussaini Isah, head of the NEMA Minna Operations Office, said the aim was to share expertise, experiences, and valuable insights on preventing boat mishaps.
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Mr Bature was quoted as charging the officers and marshals to see their elevation as a call to higher responsibility and dedication to duty.
Mr Hamzat said that speeding remained a major cause of preventable crashes.
The FRSC commander explained that three victims trapped in their vehicles died instantly, while another died later at the University of Benin Teaching Hospital.
The minister said a team of engineers had been dispatched to assess and begin repairs on the bridge.
Mr Cobham said, “There is no absence of requisite regulations on our roads but drivers with bad attitudes.’’
