Abuja: The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has reported a total of 10,446 Road Traffic Crashes (RTCs) and 5,289 deaths across the country in 2025.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, Corps Marshal Malam Shehu Mohammed, during a news briefing in Abuja, noted a decrease in the number of fatalities compared to the same period in 2024.
Mohammed highlighted that while the reduction in fatalities confirms the effectiveness of post-crash response interventions, it still falls short of the corps’ strategic target of a 10 percent reduction in fatalities. The primary challenge now extends beyond response to include prevention, compliance, and deterrence. The number of persons killed declined from 5,421 in 2024 to 5,289 in 2025, marking a 2.4 percent reduction.
Despite the decrease in fatalities, the overall number of crashes increased by 9.2 percent, from 9,570 in 2024 to 10,446 in 2025. Fatal crashes saw a rise from 2,532 in 2024 to 2,608 in 2025, representing a 3.0 percent increase. Serious crashes grew by 10.5 percent, from 6,131 in 2024 to 6,772 in 2025, and minor crashes increased by 17.5 percent, from 907 to 1,066.
The number of injured persons rose from 31,154 to 33,400, a 7.2 percent increase, while the total number of people involved climbed by 8.0 percent. On the other hand, a comparison of 2024 and 2025 passenger and vehicular movement revealed a steady growth, with passenger traffic increasing from 45.16 million in 2024 to 47.47 million in 2025, a 2.54 percent rise.
The number of vehicles that traveled also increased from 3.65 million to 3.74 million, reflecting a 1.25 percent difference. Luxury bus operations expanded from 26,728 trips to 29,844 trips, a 5.51 percent increase, and total kilometers covered grew from 4.07 billion to 4.88 billion, marking a 9.05 percent difference. This data confirms significant growth in both vehicle and passenger travel in 2025, resulting in higher vehicle volumes, mobility, and economic activity.
According to Mohammed, despite the increased exposure, fatalities decreased by 2.4 percent, saving 132 lives compared to 2024. The rise in injuries indicates higher crash occurrences alongside improved post-crash survival and rescue outcomes. Success is measured not only by targets but by lives preserved. Enforcement and emergency response interventions are effective but need intensification.
Mohammed commended the media for their critical role in the national road safety agenda, acting as a bridge between policy, enforcement, and the motoring public. The media’s objective reportage and continued advocacy reinforce safe road use, promote accountability, and maintain public focus on saving lives on highways.
He expressed appreciation to President Bola Tinubu for his support, strategic guidance, and policy backing provided to the FRSC over the years. He also acknowledged the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Sen. George Akume, for the strong institutional support and coordination that have enhanced the corps’ operational effectiveness. This collective support has been key to strengthening the corps’ capacity, professionalism, and resolve in fulfilling its statutory mandate.