Abuja: The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) FCT Command has reported the arrest of over 27,000 drivers for road traffic offences between July and September. The Sector Commander, Mr. Felix Theman, disclosed this information during the 2025 ember months town hall meeting themed ‘Take Responsibility For Your Safety: Stop Distracted Driving’ held on Thursday.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, Theman highlighted the importance of the meeting’s theme, emphasizing the need for personal responsibility in road safety. He stated that the engagement aimed to educate stakeholders on their collective role in promoting a safe driving culture, especially with increased vehicular movements towards the end of the year. He further stressed that road safety is a responsibility shared by every driver, passenger, and road user.
Theman shared his observations over the past five months, during which he evaluated crash trends in the city, identified major causative factors, and devised necessary actions. He noted that the FRSC had intensified enforcement against overloading, driving against traffic, using phones while driving, and other dangerous behaviors. In the last quarter alone, more than 27,000 drivers were arrested for such violations, with many offences related to these identified issues.
He also emphasized the importance of advocacy and public enlightenment in promoting safer road use. The FRSC has engaged various stakeholders, including transport unions, to enhance road safety across the country, underlining the necessity of collective commitment to ensure safety on the roads.
Theman called upon transport unions and fleet operators to conduct regular driver training, ensure strict monitoring, and maintain full compliance with safety standards. He concluded by urging all road users to engage in open discussions and advocacy to improve road safety collectively.