The Enugu government has urged the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) to work effectively to ensure the enforcement of traffic laws is able to curb road accidents in the state.
Kingsley Udeh, the Attorney General and commissioner for justice, made this call during a visit by the FRSC commandant, Sokumbi Adeyemi, on Wednesday.
Udeh mentioned that enforcing traffic laws effectively would encourage better compliance by road users and lead to a reduction in accidents.
He assured the FRSC of the state government’s full support and stated the importance of traffic regulations in ensuring road safety.
Ude dicksoed that Arrest and prompt prosecution of traffic offenders, particularly those disregarding traffic lights, will enhance discipline and compliance among motorists.”
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The commissioner, however, urged the agency to step up public education campaigns on road traffic laws and the importance of motorists’ compliance for the safety of all.
Mr Udeh also appealed to FRSC to fast-track and improve the process of obtaining a driver’s licence while ensuring that the documents were issued only to qualified drivers.
Mr Adeyemi explained that the command had initiated the ‘Operation Zero Crashes initiative’ to minimise road crashes, which he blamed mostly on “human factors.”
The commandant expressed optimism that the measure would encourage and promote responsible driving attitudes among motorists in Enugu.
Mr Adeyemi assured him of FRSC’s determination to work closely with the state government to implement effective traffic management in Enugu.
