These arrests were carried out during Operation “KARARA” an exercise directed by the FRSC Corps Marshal Mallam Shehu Mohammed to check the excesses of motorists and bring sanity to FCT roads
The operation was aimed at reducing the high incidence of traffic light violations leading to road crashes and gridlocks in the nation’s capital, conduct of public enlightenment and education on traffic rules and regulations, as well as collaboration with other security agencies to enhance traffic management.
Mallam Shehu Mohammed, the FRSC Corps Marshal expressed satisfaction with the successes recorded so far and gave assurance that the corps would continue to enforce traffic laws to ensure a safer and more orderly traffic environment in Abuja.
The Corps Marshal believes that traffic light violations are a major contributor to road crashes, and must be brought to a halt by all operational means necessary within the ambit of the law.
While commending the efforts of the Commanders of the various units of the intervention patrol and the field Operatives, the FRSC Boss directed them to intensify patrol operations at major intersections and traffic light points, particularly during peak hours.
The Corps Marshal however appealed to motorists to cooperate with FRSC personnel and obey all traffic rules and regulations.
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