SGF Urges FRSC To Intensify Reforms, Curb Road Crashes

The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, has tasked the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) to implement far-reaching reforms aimed at reducing road crashes and improving traffic management across the country.

Akume made the call during the opening of the FRSC 2026 first-quarter Corps Marshal strategic session with senior officers in Abuja. Represented by the Director of Legal and General Services in the Office of the SGF, Mrs Kamil Kide, he said the government was concerned about the increasingly complex operating environment, driven by rising vehicular density and changing road user behaviour.

He urged the Corps to strengthen enforcement mechanisms, improve emergency response systems, and invest in the continuous training of personnel to ensure professionalism, discipline, and efficient service delivery.

The SGF also emphasised the need for the adoption of technology-driven solutions, including enhanced data analytics and intelligence-led enforcement, to boost transparency and operational effectiveness.

Akume reiterated the support of President Bola Tinubu for initiatives aimed at repositioning the Corps for optimal performance, adding that the Office of the SGF would continue to provide the necessary policy backing and coordination.

Earlier, the FRSC Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, directed commanding officers to intensify enforcement against speeding, mixed loading, and other major traffic violations.

He identified excessive speed and the practice of articulated vehicles conveying both passengers and goods as key contributors to road crashes nationwide.

Mohammed noted that the strategic session would enable the Corps to assess its performance, address operational gaps, and develop practical strategies to enhance road safety.

He commended officers for their commitment and resilience, while calling for stronger collaboration with stakeholders to ensure effective implementation of traffic management policies.