Do not compromise safety: avoid running fowl of the law - FRSC warns.

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has advised all road users to remain vigilant and report any emergency situation to the FRSC or other relevant authorities through the Corps' toll-free emergency line, 122.

Corps Marshal, FRSC, Abuja, Mr Shehu Muhammed, gave the advice in a message after the accident that occurred on Tuesday, 11 March 2025, at the Otedola Bridge on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway, which he said posed a threat to lives and property. 

According to the statement, "it was a team work as the FRSC and other emergency responders, combated a burning gas truck to ensure it did not spread further. 

" Explaining further, the multiple crash was alleged to have occurred as a result of a break failure which involved 15 vehicles ". Muhammed

Mohammed, who expressed his displeasure over the preventable crash, called on all fleet managers to make safety precautions a priority in fleet management. 

He warned against neglecting necessary safety measures, stating that appropriate sanctions would be meted out to the drivers and Vehicle Owners who compromise safety to the detriment of other Road Users by the National Road Traffic Regulations.

 "Owners and drivers of dangerous goods carrying vehicles must adhere strictly to all safety protocols to avoid road crashes". Muhammed