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Investigation Ongoing as FRSC Awaits Report on Anthony Joshua Crash
The Federal Road Safety Corps said it is awaiting the outcome of a comprehensive technical investigation into the road crash involving Nigerian boxing star Anthony Joshua, which occurred in Ogun State. FRSC spokesperson, Olusegun Ogungbemide, said the corps had conducted an initial professional assessment at the scene. He stressed, however, that only a full technical […]
12 dead, 2 injured in Kogi road accident
The Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC has confirmed the death of 12 persons with two others injured in an auto crash that occurred on Friday along the Ejule – Enugu highway in Kogi. The FRSC Sector Commander in Kogi, Tenimu Etuku disclosed this to newsmen in Lokoja on Saturday. He described the accident as “fatal […]
FRSC Moves to Prosecute TikToker Peller After Car Crash
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has issued a stern warning to celebrities, content creators, and social media influencers against reckless road use, saying such behaviour endangers lives and undermines road safety efforts. The warning followed a viral video showing popular TikTok streamer Habeeb Hamzat, known as Peller, livestreaming while driving, an act that reportedly […]
FRSC Denies Viral Claim of Fatal Crash Involving NYSC Prospective Members
Recall that a viral post on claimed the accident left 16 dead and two critically injured, but FRSC spokesperson Janet Kassa said checks across all units in the state showed no record of such an incident. She urged the public to disregard the report. The NYSC spokesperson in Gombe, Jennifer Laha, also questioned the authenticity […]
Five Commuters Killed in Ondo Truck Crash
The Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), in the state, Samuel Ibitoye confirmed the incident, attributed the cause to overspeeding. The crash occurred around 9:00 o clock in the morning at a junction just before the Ilu-Abo community in Akure North Local Government Area. The victims were said to be traders on […]
FRSC Introduces Contactless Biometric System for Driver’s Licences
The Corps said the new system will eliminate delays and temporary licences, allowing applicants to receive their permanent licence immediately after biometric capture. The technology uses advanced contactless fingerprint scanners and is synchronised with the National Identification Number (NIN) database for seamless identity verification. FRSC Marshal Shehu Mohammed said the development is part of ongoing […]
FRSC Urges Hospitals to Prioritise Treatment of Accident Victims
While speaking during the agency’s Customer Service Week celebration at the FRSC headquarters in Jos, Plateau State, the Sector Commander, Olajide Mogaji, expressed concern over reports that some medical facilities still refuse to admit accident victims despite clear legal directives. “We are aware of complaints about some hospitals refusing to treat crash victims when brought […]
Osun Police arraigns three transport workers over FRSC mob attempt
They were arraigned before Senior Magistrate A.0. Ayilara on 9th August 2025, facing three-count charges of obstruction of public highway, conspiracy, and breach of public peace. The State Sector Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps in a statement released by its Sector Commander, Leye Adegboyega announced the arrest, saying it is due to an […]
Pay fines, don’t bribe officers, FRSC warns motorists
This was disclosed in a statement issued by the FRSC Public Education Officer, Olusegun Ogungbemide. The Corps Marshal cautioned road users against attempting to entice personnel with financial or other forms of gratification when apprehended for traffic violations, stressing that the Corps maintains a zero-tolerance policy for bribery and corruption. Any motorist found attempting to […]
FRSC begins special patrol in Kano ahead of Eid-el-Kabir
This was made known in a statement released to newsmen by the sector command’s Public Relations Officer, Abdullahi Labaran, where he noted that the initiative is in anticipation of the high volume of human and vehicular traffic associated with the Sallah celebrations and aims to ensure a hitch-free festive period. “The objective of this special […]