FRSC Takes Road Safety Campaign to Church, Insists 10 Percent Reduction in Crashes, Fatalities Possible

By Praise Chinecherem

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) RS5.3 Anambra Sector Command has restated its commitment to reducing road traffic crashes, injuries, and fatalities by 10 percent through a robust public enlightenment and community engagement strategy.

Sector Commander, Corps Commander Bridget Asekauno stated this during a Church Advocacy Programme at the Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Igbo Ukwu in Aguata LGA where worshippers were engaged on crucial road safety practices.

Addressing the congregation, Asekauno said the advocacy initiative was specifically designed to enhance road safety consciousness, promote responsible road usage, and ensure strict compliance with traffic regulations, all vital measures to mitigate road traffic crashes across Anambra State.

She emphasized several critical safety topics, including pedestrian safety, the importance of wearing safety crash helmets, the dangers associated with overloading and mixed loading, proper road crossing habits, and severe consequences of dangerous driving.

“We urge all motorists, commercial drivers, motorcyclists, and pedestrians to embrace safe road practices and become proactive ambassadors of road safety within their communities,” she added.

A key highlight of the event was the distribution of informative road safety flyers and awareness materials, reinforcing the vital safety messages delivered during the service.

The programme also featured an interactive session, allowing worshippers to ask questions and receive clear clarifications on various road safety concerns.

Responding, officiating Priest, Rev. Emmanuel Nwankwo, expressed appreciation for the Sector Commander and her team’s impactful visit.

He offered prayers for the Corps and pledged the church’s ongoing support in promoting adherence to road safety messages among its members.

The programme, attended by Unit Commander, RS5.35 Igbo Ukwu Unit Command and staff as well as Special Marshals further strengthened crucial collaboration between FRSC and faith-based organizations in the collective mission to foster safer roads in the State.