Four drivers sentenced to community service as FRSC vows crackdown on traffic violators

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has reaffirmed its commitment to enforcing traffic regulations across the country, as four recalcitrant drivers were on Thursday convicted and sentenced to a combined 35 days of community service by a Mobile Court sitting in Nyanya, within the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja.

The judgment, delivered by His Worship Maryam Alhaji, marks a significant step in the FRSC’s ongoing efforts to rid Nigeria’s roads of dangerous driving and other traffic-related offences. The four drivers were found guilty of various violations under Section 460(2) of the Administration of Criminal Justice Act 2015 and the FRSC Establishment Act 2007.

According to a statement issued by Assistant Corps Marshal Olusegun Ogungbemide, the Corps Public Education Officer, the convicted individuals include:

John Emenu, a second-time offender, who was sentenced to seven days of community service at the FRSC National Headquarters for dangerous driving and driving without a valid licence.

Ekpo Chukwunonso, who attempted to bribe an FRSC Marshal on duty, was also handed seven days of community service at the FCT Sector Command.

John Doe, found guilty of multiple offences including dangerous driving, obstruction, and route violation, received the heaviest sentence — 14 days of community service at the FRSC Headquarters.

Ajayi Adewoye, another second-time offender, was convicted for overloading and failure to use a seatbelt. He was sentenced to seven days of community service at the Nigeria Correctional Service Headquarters.

The convictions stemmed from special Mobile Court operations conducted by FRSC operatives to promote compliance with traffic laws and enhance road safety nationwide.

Reacting to the verdicts, the Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, applauded the judiciary’s firm stance and emphasised that the ruling would serve as a powerful deterrent to other motorists inclined to flout traffic regulations.

“This decisive judgment underscores the strong synergy between the FRSC and the judiciary. It sends a clear message that there will be no hiding place for traffic violators,” Mohammed stated.

He further stressed that the Corps would not tolerate any form of lawlessness, indiscipline, or assault on its officers, assuring Nigerians of increased nationwide surveillance, special patrols, and enforcement operations aimed at safeguarding lives and property on the road.