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Eid-el-Kabir 2026: FRSC Records 25.65% Drop in Road Crashes Nationwide
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has announced recording significant reductions in road crashes, injuries, and casualties during the 2026 Eid-el-Kabir Special Patrol Operations.
According to the Corps’ operational report, road traffic crashes declined by 25.65 per cent, dropping from 191 cases in 2025 to 142 in 2026.
The number of people involved in crashes fell by 22 per cent, from 1,364 to 1,064, while injuries decreased by 25.35 per cent, from 576 to 430. Deaths also saw a notable decline, representing hundreds of lives protected and families spared the devastating consequences of road traffic crashes.
The Corps attributed the success to proactive traffic management strategies, intensive public enlightenment campaigns, robust enforcement activities, and enhanced emergency response mechanisms deployed before, during, and after the festive period.
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Round-the-clock patrols, intelligence-driven surveillance, motorised chain patrols, prompt rescue interventions, traffic calming measures, and stakeholder collaborations were all part of the operation.
Commending the dedication of personnel, Special Marshals, and collaborating agencies, Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed said, “The results demonstrate that sustained enforcement, strategic planning, and collective commitment to road safety can substantially reduce the burden of crashes on Nigerian roads.”
He also expressed appreciation to motorists and road users who adhered to traffic regulations and embraced safety advisories during the festive season.
While celebrating the achievement, Mohammed reassured the public of FRSC’s commitment to strengthening interventions, deepening stakeholder engagement, and enhancing operational efficiency.
He urged Nigerians to sustain the culture of safety beyond festive periods, stressing that “road safety remains a shared responsibility requiring the cooperation of every Nigerian.”
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