The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Zone 6, Port Harcourt, has deployed 2,474 personnel for its annual ‘ember’ month safety operations aimed at reducing road accidents during the festive season.
Assistant Corps Marshal Henry Benamaisia, commanding the zone, made this announcement during a press briefing in Port Harcourt on Monday. He stated that the initiative, tagged ‘Operation Zero Tolerance to Road Traffic Crashes,’ seeks to ensure safer roads during the Christmas and New Year celebrations through enhanced traffic management and public education.
To support the operation, the FRSC has established 26 traffic control points, complete with zebra points and medical teams for emergency responses. The operational coverage spans Rivers, Cross River, Akwa Ibom, and Bayelsa states, comprising a total road network of 14,053 kilometers.
“We have positioned 2,474 route officers, 51 vehicles, including two tow trucks and seven ambulances, to manage potential road emergencies along these routes,” Benamaisia explained.
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The FRSC will intensify its crackdown on traffic offenses such as overloading, drunk driving, and other violations, with mobile courts set up to enforce penalties promptly.
Benamaisia urged road users to cooperate with safety officials and use designated emergency contact numbers in case of accidents or breakdowns:
- Zonal Commander: 09139600600
- Corps Commander Operations: 09139602536
- Sector Commander, Rivers: 09139600602
The Assistant Corps Marshal reiterated the Corps’ commitment to ensuring a safer travel experience throughout the festive season.
