FRSC to Appeal Ruling Against Operations in Kano

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) is set to appeal a ruling by Justice M.S. Shuaibu, which prohibits the agency from operating on state and local government roads in Kano.

This ruling followed a challenge by Barrister Abba Hikima, who argued that the FRSC's actions violated citizens' constitutional rights. The court's decision included a perpetual injunction against the FRSC's operations on these roads, a requirement for the agency to publish a public apology in national newspapers, and an award of 800,000 naira in damages.

In response, Abdullahi Aliyu Labaran, the public education officer for the FRSC, stated that the agency respects the judiciary's judgment but believes it misinterprets the law. He emphasized that the ruling does not abolish the FRSC's statutory powers established under the 2007 Act.

The FRSC has expressed concerns about social media posts encouraging motorists to resist its patrols and has warned that such actions could disrupt public order. The agency assures the public that it will continue to perform its duties lawfully on federal roads in Kano.