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The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) said it has deployed 152 personnel in Ebonyi, to ensure safe roads during the yuletide.
The Sector Commander, Daniel Asanya, said, in Abakaliki, that the deployment covered 258 special marshals across its six units in the state.
Asanya said that its zero tolerance to road crashes programme would last till January 15, when it is assumed that the traffic flow from the festivities must have reduced. He said emphasis would be on ensuring free flow of traffic and prompt evacuation of damaged vehicles on the roads, especially articulated vehicles.
“The public are advised to call our free toll number 122 for immediate evacuation of damaged vehicles on the roads. We have identified hot spots across the state and have ensured adequate deployment of personnel to such areas.
“The presence of our personnel on the roads has positive effects on drivers as they are aware of our zero tolerance to flouting traffic regulations,” he said.
Asanya said the corps will sustain enlightenment to sensitise motorists to obey traffic regulations during the period because only the living celebrate.
“The predominant mode of transportation in the state is tricycle, and we continue enlightening tricyclists of its limitations. The tricycle is not encased as vehicles and stands on three wheels.
“They should apply the passenger watch approach of checking the tricyclist whenever his actions are inimical to their safety,” he said.
