The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has successfully prosecuted thirty-five traffic related cases in Cross River State.
The road safety agency was able to secure conviction for Thirty-four offenders while one was cleared during a mobile court session held along the Calabar–Ikom Highway at Pamol, Cross River State.
The Mobile Court session, carried out under the general operational area of the Cross River Sector Command, saw a total of seventy traffic offences committed by Thirty-five drivers brought before the court.
Among the cases presented during the court session were the prosecution of twelve motorists who attempted to bribe FRSC operatives.
The agency described the move as a decisive enforcement action which reaffirms the Corps’ zero tolerance to traffic violations and corrupt practices that endanger lives and undermine national safety objectives.
It also believes that the convictions send a strong message to the motoring public that indiscipline on our roads will not be tolerated as justice will always be served without compromise at all times.
The comprehensive list of the offences prosecuted indicates that there were six failure to install speed limiter, twelve attempts to corrupt Marshal on duty, fourteen drivers licence violation, nine vehicle licence violation, one road obstruction, one failure to move over, three number plate violation, and three light sign violation.
Others are; seven overloading, eight seat belt use violation, two tyre violation, two fire extinguisher violation, as well as one caution sign violation.
The Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed described the prosecution as a bold and commendable stance against corruption.
According to him, the exercise reiterates that the Corps remains resolute in enforcing traffic laws with fairness, professionalism and transparency.
He stated that “The era of impunity is over. Our roads must be safe, and we will pursue that goal relentlessly. We will not shield anyone from the consequences of their actions, no matter how highly placed. Our officers have been warned in clear terms, as such, there is no room for corruption or laxity in the discharge of duties”.
The Corps Marshal called on the public to support the ongoing sanitisation in the Corps’ by always reporting any FRSC personnel found wanting in the habit of requesting, demanding, compelling or collecting bribe from motorists.
He advised them to take advantage of the FRSC mobile App, the 122 toll free numbers or report to the closest FRSC formation for prompt action.
The Corps Marshal also called on motorists across the 36 States of the Federation and the FCT to obey traffic rules, avoid corrupt practices, and maintain proper documentation and vehicle safety standards.
He further revealed the intent of the Corps to deepen collaboration with State Governments on improving road infrastructure, conduct more awareness campaigns and remove obstructions that endanger motorists and pedestrians alike.
