FRSC to crack down on vehicles without speed limit device

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Anambra State has announced plans to arrest drivers and seize vehicles that lack speed limit devices.

This was disclosed by the FRSC Sector Commander, Mrs. Joyce Alexander, during a press briefing held in Awka on Friday.

Alexander highlighted that data indicates a significant portion of road accidents stem from speeding violations, often leading to tyre blowouts and loss of vehicle control.

She emphasized that the enforcement of speed limit regulations has become essential, as many drivers in the state continue to drive recklessly, overloading their vehicles with passengers, animals, and cargo without regard for the potential dangers.

“The policy thrust of the new Corps Marshall is to rejig operations, reassess and reevaluate them for better performance in Anambra.

“I want to put FRSC on a central map in Anambra, create impact and reduce road crashes and disobedience to traffic rules.

“We will commence minimal enforcement to achieve this. Motorists have been mandated to fix speed limit devices but some have not complied.

“We will start arresting defaulters and make them pay fines. We will insist they install the device before we release their vehicles,” she said.

The Sector Commander said a joint task force would be constituted in collaboration with other sister agencies to decongest and ensure sanity on the roads during the ‘Ember’ months.

She said the Corps would also work with the media to amplify public sensitisation and enlightenment on traffic regulations.

“We will be working with the state government to ensure the roads are motorable, obstructions removed and road signs installed in appropriate areas.

“The endgain is to have a situation where road users arrive at their destinations alive and safe,” Alexander said.