FRSC Chief Urges Approval of Guns for Road Safety Marshals
The Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Shehu Mohammed, has called for the urgent approval to arm road safety personnel to enhance their effectiveness in enforcing traffic regulations on Nigerian highways. Mohammed emphasized the dangers faced by officers, especially when dealing with vehicles, and highlighted the need for increased enforcement power to combat misconduct and bribery allegations within the agency.
The request for firearms comes amid ongoing efforts to improve road safety and combat illegal activities on the roads. Mohammed assured the public of stricter measures to address misconduct while acknowledging the challenges faced by FRSC officers in carrying out their duties.
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