The Ondo State Sector Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) on Wednesday sensitised motorists on the need to observe safety protocols during the Christmas season.
The awareness campaign took place along the Ilesha–Akure–Owo highway and included the distribution of bottled water to drivers and passengers.
Dr Samuel Ibitoye, the State Sector Commander, led the exercise with his officers, explaining that it was part of the corps’ efforts to show care for road users, especially those travelling long distances during the festive period.
“This is part of an advocacy programme for all motorists. There is need for them to be patient when they are on the road. Also, the water will help them to quench their thirst and help them to drive with care. The gospel is of patience, of safe driving, of not speeding unnecessarily, of not over loading their vehicles. They also need to care for other road users and not engage in road rage so that all Nigerians can have a safe trip on highways. So, if you see anybody misbehaving on the road, please give space for the person to move. When traffic occurs nobody can tell who will be injured or killed,” Ibitoye said.
He urged motorists to avoid distractions while driving and to adopt defensive driving habits to prevent accidents.
Ibitoye also reminded road users to comply with traffic regulations during the festive season and wished them a safe Christmas and prosperous New Year in advance.
A motorist, who preferred to remain anonymous, applauded the initiative, saying the gesture would encourage drivers to slow down and exercise caution on the highways.
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