The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Abia State Sector Command, has observed with concern the increasing incidence of motorists driving against traffic rule on major roads across the State.
A release by the sector public Education officer, J.K lgbonekwu says the Sector Commander, Ngozi Ezeoma, has expressed displeasure over unsafe practice, noting that some drivers deliberately violate traffic rules with the unjustified excuse that designated turning points are too far, thereby choosing to cut corners at the expense of safety.
The Command wishes to emphasize that driving against traffic rules are grave traffic offence that poses serious danger to all road users, often resulting in head-on collisions, avoidable crashes, loss of lives, and destruction of property.
The command indicates that reckless behaviour not only disrupts the orderly flow of traffic but also contributes significantly to congestion and confusion on the roads, thereby undermining traffic management efforts within the State.
The FRSC reiterates that road designs, including designated turning points, are carefully structured to ensure safety and smooth vehicular movement, and should be strictly adhered to at all times.
The Corps therefore warns all motorists to desist from the unlawful act, stressing that anyone caught engaging in route violation will be apprehended and sanctioned in line with the National Road Traffic Regulations.
It notes that the Command has consequently intensified patrols and enforcement operations across critical corridors in the State to curb the menace and ensure compliance with traffic rules.
The corps therefore advised Motorists to exercise patience, obey all traffic regulations, and prioritize safety over convenience, as no journey is worth the loss of life adding that the
Sector Command remains committed to its mandate of ensuring safer roads and reducing road traffic crashes across the State.
