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By Moses Akaigwe
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has arrested 823 drivers, administered 923 fines, impounded 189 vehicles and confiscated 634 licenses and vehicle particulars for traffic light, zebra crossing and other violations, within the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja.
A press statement by the Corps Public Education Officer, Corps Commander Olusegun Ogungbemide, explained that the arrests were effected during a special enforcement operations activated on September 2, 2024. Ogungbemide recalled that only a day earlier, on September 1, 2024, the FRSC Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed had inaugurated a special enforcement patrol tagged ‘Operation Karara’ to tackle the menace of traffic light and zebra crossing violations in the Federal Capital Territory.
The operation, which targets to reduce the high incidence of traffic light violations, that contribute significantly to road crashes and gridlocks in the nation’s capital; is expected to actualise its mandate through speedy arrest and prosecution of traffic light violators.
‘Operation Karara’ is also expected to conduct public enlightenment and education on traffic rules and regulations, as well as collaboration with other security agencies to enhance traffic management.
The Corps Marshal who approved the operation stated that with emphasis that traffic light violations are a major contributor to road crashes, and must be brought to a halt by all operational means necessary within the ambit of the law.
He expressed his satisfaction with the successes already recorded within the short period, noting that FRSC would continue to enforce traffic laws to ensure a safer and more orderly traffic environment in Abuja.
While commending the efforts of the gallant commanders of the various units of the intervention patrol and the field operatives as well; he directed them to intensify patrol operations at major intersections and traffic light points, particularly during peak hours.
The arrested drivers were charged with various offences, including; traffic light violation, dangerous driving, road marking violations and reckless driving.
In order to consolidate on the gains recorded in the cause of the patrol operations and further entrench sanity in the use of traffic lights in the FCT, the Corps Marshal appealed to motorists to cooperate with its personnel and obey all traffic rules and regulations.
