FRSC RALLIES STAKEHOLDERS TO TACKLE ROAD CRASHES IN ABIA
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In spite of a reduction in vehicular collisions and fatalities relative to the preceding year, the state of road safety in Abia remains concerning, as warned by the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC).
The Corps emphasizes that immediate and ongoing measures are imperative to safeguard lives, particularly as the state approaches the hazardous ember months.
Ngozi Ezeonu, the Abia State Sector Commander, articulated these points on Wednesday during a Town Hall assembly of stakeholders concerning the 2025 Ember months campaigns, stating, “The primary corporate strategic objective of the FRSC for 2025 is to accomplish a 10% decrease in road traffic fatalities and injuries through targeted interventions. ”
She remarked, “The statistics observed thus far are alarming and highlight the pressing need for continuous intervention and shared dedication. Each life lost signifies a community weakened, a family shattered, a dream interrupted. We must unite and respond with urgency – to reduce incidents in Abia State. ”
Characterizing the ember months as “a time traditionally associated with increased vehicle movement, heightened commercial activity, and, regrettably, an uptick in Road Traffic Crashes (RTCs),” Ezeonu asserted, “This year’s campaign theme, ‘Road Safety is a Shared Responsibility: Drive to Arrive Alive,’ resonates profoundly with our mission. It underscores that the Federal Road Safety Corps cannot navigate this journey in isolation. The safety of our highways is a collective obligation – one that necessitates the proactive involvement and collaboration of every stakeholder present here today. ”
According to her, “An analysis of Road Traffic Crash data in Abia State shows a favorable trend, with a decline in RTCs and fatalities in comparison to figures from 2024. This encouraging development can be credited to the combined efforts of the Corps and its partners in mitigating various traffic violations through ongoing awareness and education initiatives, all aimed at fostering a culture of safe driving throughout the state. ”
She called upon government entities, traditional leaders, religious figures, security forces, fleet operators, union representatives, driving school administrators, school owners, motorists, road users, technicians, and artisans to collaborate, stating, “In addressing the challenges ahead, the FRSC Abia Sector Command is employing a comprehensive strategy that amalgamates enforcement, education, and stakeholder participation. ”
During his address, the state Commissioner for Transport, Chimezie Ukaegbu, characterized safety as “a collective responsibility” for all individuals and urged road users to comply with existing regulations on the subject. Meanwhile, the event’s chairman, Kingsley Nwach, reminded attendees that safety, akin to security, “is the concern of every individual. ”
Moreover, the media reports that the FRSC has urged medical facilities to prioritize the treatment of road accident victims and to avoid denying care in emergencies.
On October 8, 2025, Olajide Mogaji, the Sector Commander of the FRSC in Plateau State, made this appeal during the agency’s Customer Service Week event at its headquarters in Jos, the state capital.
Mogaji acknowledged that the FRSC is cognizant of grievances regarding certain hospitals’ refusal to provide treatment for accident victims — an action that contravenes legal obligations.
He stated, “We acknowledge reports regarding certain medical facilities refusing to provide care for accident casualties upon their arrival. This is unacceptable. The government’s stance is that they must receive treatment as a priority. However, here in Plateau State, we do not encounter such incidents, as numerous hospitals have been assisting in the care of accident victims whenever they are admitted. ”
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