The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Anambra State Sector Command has intensified its enforcement efforts to ensure compliance with road safety regulations in thr state. In a bid to reduce road traffic crashes, the Command has embarked on a crackdown of fake or non-existent number plates, speed limit devices, and vehicle overloading throughout the state.
The Sector Commander, Corps Commander Joyce Nnennaya Alexander, through the Sector Public Education Officer, RC Margaret B Onabe explained that the enforcement of number plate regulations is crucial for security reasons. She said that each vehicle registration details is linked to the personal information of the owner, including their phone number, address, and name. "This information can be vital in tracking and identifying wanted individuals, especially in cases where land transportation is the primary mode of escape for criminals."
The FRSC Anambra State Sector Command urges all road users to comply with traffic regulations to avoid penalties. The Command is committed to making the roads safer for Anambarians and visitors to the state.
The FRSC said its dedicated to ensuring that both drivers and commuters prioritize safety in all their road activities. With the Governor's measures to combat insecurity in Anambra State, the FRSC is working to utilize its extensive database of vehicles and drivers to assist in addressing insecurity across the nation.
During a joint mobile court session with sister agencies, the Command arraigned 38 offenders for various traffic offenses. 36 were convicted, while 2 offenders were discharged and acquitted. Chief Magistrate A.N. Okoli of Awka presided over the court proceedings, and offenders were brought to book.