The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has launched its 2026 Easter Special Patrol Operations across the country, deploying personnel and logistics to ensure safer travel during the festive period.


The nationwide exercise, which runs from April 1 to April 8, is designed to manage the expected surge in vehicular and human movement as Christians mark Easter celebrations.

FRSC Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed said the operation was initiated to proactively address increased traffic and reduce road crashes on major highways.

He noted that strategic measures had been put in place to safeguard motorists and other road users.

According to him, the Corps has identified critical high-traffic corridors for intensified patrol and monitoring.

These include the Lagos–Ibadan, Sagamu–Ore–Benin, Abuja–Lokoja, Benin–Auchi–Okene, Kaduna–Zaria–Kano, Ilorin–Mokwa–Birnin Gwari, and Bauchi–Gombe routes. Key eastern corridors such as Onitsha–Asaba–Benin, Onitsha–Owerri, and Enugu–Aba–Port Harcourt will also receive heightened attention.

Mohammed added that personnel and operational assets had been strategically deployed along these routes to improve traffic flow, enhance visibility, and ensure swift emergency response.

As part of the operation, the Corps will intensify enforcement against major traffic violations linked to road crashes, including speeding, dangerous overtaking, overloading, use of mobile phones while driving, tyre infractions, and driving mechanically defective vehicles.

Compliance with seat belt use, child restraints, and proper passenger manifest documentation will also be enforced.

To strengthen enforcement, mobile courts have been stationed along major highways to enable prompt prosecution of offenders and ensure immediate application of traffic laws.

The FRSC has also activated 24-hour patrol, rescue, and traffic management services, supported by patrol vehicles, ambulances, tow trucks, and modern enforcement tools.

Public enlightenment campaigns will be intensified through National Traffic Radio 107.1 FM and other media platforms to provide real-time updates and safety advisories.

Reaffirming the Corps’ commitment to safeguarding lives and property, the Corps Marshal urged motorists to obey traffic regulations, avoid risky driving, and ensure their vehicles are roadworthy before embarking on journeys.

Members of the public were advised to contact the FRSC in case of emergencies via the toll-free number 122 or 0700-CALL-FRSC.