The Jigawa State Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has deployed a total of 559 personnel for what it describes as “a special Easter operation” to ensure safe travel across the state during the festive period.
In a statement signed by the Sector Public Relations Officer, CRC YI Yahaya, the operation will focus on critical traffic offences such as speeding, dangerous overtaking, drunk driving, overloading, and the use of mobile phones while driving.
According to the Command, the deployment includes 439 regular personnel and 120 Special Marshals positioned at strategic locations to enforce traffic laws, manage emergencies, and boost public awareness on road safety.
Other areas of enforcement include seatbelt and child restraint compliance, lane discipline, removal of road obstructions, and a crackdown on rickety and mechanically deficient vehicles.
The Command also disclosed plans to target illegal practices such as carrying passengers in trailers and the misuse of spy number plates.
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The Sector Commander, CC Umar M. Matazu, says officers have been mobilised for patrols and rapid response to emergencies along major highways, especially routes known for high traffic during festive periods.
He urges motorists to drive responsibly, obey traffic rules, and cooperate with FRSC officials to ensure a hitch-free Easter celebration.
Despite Jigawa having a relatively small Christian population, the Command notes that the state remains a major transit corridor for the movement of goods, agricultural produce, and passengers to other parts of the country, making strict road safety measures essential.
Passengers are also advised to speak up against reckless driving and support efforts to promote safe road use.
The FRSC assures the public of its commitment to protecting lives and property on the roads, calling on all Nigerians to make safety a shared responsibility during and beyond the Easter season.
