By Chinenye Jane Anaeme
In a firm demonstration of its unwavering stance on road safety and institutional integrity, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has secured the conviction of 34 out of 35 traffic offenders arraigned before a Mobile Court along the Calabar–Ikom Highway at Pamol, Cross River State.
The session, held on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, under the jurisdiction of the Cross River Sector Command, addressed a total of 70 traffic-related offences committed by the 35 drivers. Notably, 12 motorists were prosecuted for attempting to bribe FRSC personnel, an offence the Corps says it considers not only criminal but a direct affront to its anti-corruption drive.
Among the range of offences prosecuted were:
6 cases of failure to install speed limiters
14 driver’s licence violations
12 attempts to bribe officers
9 vehicle licence infractions
8 seat belt violations
7 cases of overloading
3 number plate offences
3 light sign violations
Additional charges included road obstruction, failure to yield, tyre and fire extinguisher violations, and missing caution signs.
Describing the outcome as a “bold statement in the fight against road indiscipline and systemic corruption,” Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed lauded the Mobile Court’s verdict as a reflection of FRSC’s resolve to uphold professionalism, justice, and transparency on Nigerian roads.
“The era of impunity is over. No offender will be shielded, regardless of status. Our mandate is to keep Nigerian roads safe, and we are fully committed to that cause,” the Corps Marshal declared.
He further emphasized that corruption within and outside the Corps would be dealt with decisively, urging the public to make use of the FRSC Mobile App, the 122 toll-free emergency number, or report to the nearest FRSC command to expose any officers involved in bribery or misconduct.
Beyond enforcement, Mohammed reiterated the Corps’ broader goal of collaboration with state governments to improve road infrastructure, conduct extensive public awareness campaigns, and eliminate hazards from Nigerian roads.
He also issued a renewed call to drivers nationwide to comply with all traffic laws, maintain proper documentation, and resist corrupt practices emphasizing that safety begins with individual responsibility.
