Abakaliki, Nigeria – The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) on Saturday, said it has intensified safety campaigns in Ebonyi through churches and other religious outlets.
The FRSC Sector Commander in Ebonyi, Anthony Ogbodo, disclosed this following the conclusion of activities marking the Service Compact With All Nigerians (SERVICOM) week in the state.
Ogbodo said the practice had been consistent since he assumed office in the state as churches have proven to be veritable avenues to propagate societal–beneficial messages.
“The biggest challenge we have in Ebonyi is the reluctance of motorcycle and tricycle riders to wear crash helmets.
“”We are using the churches, among other channels, to enlighten them as they do not know that crash helmets are for their safety.
“Tricycle and motorcycles are the predominant means of transportation in the state and the need for crash helmets becomes very pertinent.”
The FRSC sector commander noted that the relationship between the corps and road users have improved tremendously over the years.
“Apart from regular patrols, rescue operations during crashes, conveyance of the injured and dead to relevant health facilities among other empathious duties, are services we render to road users.
“Road safety is everybody’s business as those who still complain about our services should endeavour to make their vehicles road worthy.
“The FRSC is a service-oriented organisation which strives to enhance its performance at all times.”
He noted that the FRSC always ensures the security of its personnel while discharging its duties on the road.
“We advise our personnel to always be vigilant on the roads and retreat whenever the condition becomes unfavourable.
“Insecurity is a general issue in the country and this calls for vigilance from all.
“We will, however, not withdraw our personnel from discharging their civic duties as other security agencies are still on the roads.”
Ogbodo noted that the command held engagement with stakeholders, public enlightenment, media outreaches among others activities to mark the SERVICOM week.
