Dangote said drivers’ participation in the company’s monthly training programme grew by 60% this year, with drug and alcohol testing up by 40%.
The FRSC boss amplified the urgent need for a strategic partnership between the agencies to confront the twin threats of reckless driving and its attendant fatalities.
The FRSC boss also stressed that under his leadership, the corps would not compromise on discipline and integrity.
Security personnel from the police and the NSCDC were seen manning each polling unit to maintain law and order.
The sector commander cautioned drivers against speeding
The corps marshal reaffirmed FRSC’s commitment to reducing road traffic crashes to the barest minimum.
The corps said it actively intensified its campaign against corruption and unethical conduct.
Mr Manga said that relatives of some of the victims had earlier come to receive ₦40,000 and ₦5,000.
Mr Manga attributed the crash to excessive speeding and wrongful overtaking by the bus driver.
Mr Ogungbemide said the programme aims to enhance awareness of occupational stress and its impact on mental and physical health.
