The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has commenced its 2026 Easter Special Patrol Operations nationwide, aimed at ensuring safe and seamless travel during the festive period.
The exercise, which runs from April 1 to April 8, involves the large-scale deployment of personnel and operational assets across major highways.
FRSC Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, said the initiative was prompted by the anticipated surge in vehicular and human movement as Christians across the country join others worldwide to celebrate Easter.
According to him, the Corps has identified critical high-risk corridors requiring special 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.
According to the Ag. Corps Public Education Officer, Corps Commander, Felicia Kalu, he noted that personnel and logistics have been strategically positioned along these routes to improve traffic flow, enhance visibility, and ensure swift emergency response.
The Corps will also intensify enforcement against traffic violations known to cause road crashes, including speeding, dangerous overtaking, overloading, lane indiscipline, use of mobile phones while driving, tyre infractions, and operation of mechanically deficient vehicles.
Authorities will also focus on seat belt use, child restraints, and compliance with passengers’ manifest regulations.
To strengthen enforcement, mobile courts will be deployed along major highways to facilitate the immediate prosecution of offenders.
The FRSC added that round-the-clock patrol, rescue, and traffic management services have been activated, supported by patrol vehicles, ambulances, tow trucks, and modern enforcement tools.
Public awareness campaigns will also be carried out via various platforms, including National Traffic Radio 107.1 FM, to provide real-time updates and safety information.
The Corps Marshal reassured Nigerians of the agency’s commitment to protecting lives and property, urging motorists to obey traffic regulations and ensure their vehicles are roadworthy before embarking on journeys.
Members of the public can report emergencies through the toll-free number 122 or 0700-CALL-FRSC.