Easter: FRSC deploys 711 personnel, patrol vehicles in Enugu

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has deployed 711 personnel for its special Easter patrol operation in Enugu State.
The personnel, comprised of 448 regular marshals and 263 special marshals, would patrol and man critical road corridors (major highways and strategic road locations) within the state.
The sector commander, Adeyemi Sokunbi, told journalists on Friday in Enugu that the command had deployed 16 patrol vans, one well-equipped rescue ambulance, and a tow truck for the five-day operation.
According to him, the command has trained and briefed its marshals on the need to use the operation to conduct a result-oriented public enlightenment and education on road safety issues to motorists.
“The major objectives of the operation, which kicked off today (Friday) and lasts until April 2, are to reduce road traffic crashes (RTC) and ensure the prompt rescue of accident victims.
“We are also clearing and ensuring the removal of all obstacles on the roads, leading to a seamless and safe journey for everybody plying roads within Enugu State.
“The command marshals will not condone or allow critical offences such as overloading, excessive speeding, lane indiscipline, distracted driving, or using a cell phone while driving,” said Mr Sokunbi.
The sector commander said the command would provide 24-hour patrol and rescue services during the operation as the marshal would work on a shift basis round the clock.
“The FRSC is calling on all Nigerians, especially residents of Enugu State, to use the 122 toll-free line to report any accident emergency or any other road emergency,” he said.
Mr Sokunbi noted that the command would liaise and collaborate with all sister paramilitary and military agencies to ensure smooth operations.
(NAN)
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