As part of efforts to ensure smooth vehicular movement during the upcoming festive season, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Anambra State Sector Command, convened a crucial stakeholders’ meeting at the Onitsha Unit Command to deliberate on strategies for effective traffic management during the “Ember Months.”
The meeting brought together representatives of major transport unions, law enforcement agencies, and key players in the transport sector, all committed to addressing the perennial traffic congestion, particularly around the Onitsha Bridge Head axis, during the Christmas and New Year festivities.
Speaking at the meeting, the Anambra State Sector Commander of FRSC, Corps Commander Bridget Asekhauno, underscored the need for synergy among all stakeholders to achieve a seamless and safe traffic flow during the high-mobility period.
“Teamwork, effective coordination, and the sharing of ideas are essential if we are to manage the expected traffic surge successfully,” she stated.
“We are also appealing to commercial drivers to desist from reckless driving, overloading, and illegal parking. Patience and discipline on the road will go a long way in saving lives this season,” she added.
Commander Asekhauno also announced that the FRSC would deploy tow trucks and emergency teams to promptly remove broken-down vehicles and clear obstructions on major routes. She reiterated the Corps’ commitment to ensuring that motorists adhere strictly to traffic rules and that violators would face sanctions in accordance with the law.
Stakeholders at the meeting included representatives of the Nigeria Police Force, Anambra State Traffic Management Agency (ATMA), and various transport companies. They exchanged practical ideas on improving traffic flow, especially within the Onitsha metropolis and other high-traffic corridors in the state.
The Head of Operations, Onitsha Unit Command, commended the Sector Commander for the proactive initiative, describing the meeting as timely and strategic. He urged all participants to implement the resolutions reached to ensure a hitch-free traffic experience for commuters and residents alike.
At the close of the session, participants reaffirmed their collective resolve to support the FRSC in its road safety and traffic management efforts during the festive period.
“Our goal is to ensure that everyone arrives at their destinations safely this Christmas,” one of the participants remarked.
The meeting ended with a renewed commitment from all stakeholders to strengthen collaboration and maintain round-the-clock vigilance throughout the Ember Months.