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Operation Karara: FRSC Arrests 823 Traffic Light Offenders, Books 923 offences, Others In FCT
Joel Ajayi
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has arrested 823 drivers, administered 923 fines, impounded 189 vehicles and confiscated 634 licenses and vehicle particulars for traffic light, zebra crossing and other violations, within the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. These arrests were effected during a special enforcement operations activated on 2 September, 2024
It will be recall that on the 1 of September, 2024, Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed had commissioned a special enforcement patrol tagged ‘Operation Karara’ to tackle the menace of traffic light and Zebra crossing violations in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja.
In a statement signed on Friday in Abuja by the Corps Commander Corps Public Education Officer FRSC Headquarters .
said that, the operation, which targets to reduce the high incidence of traffic light violations, that contribute significantly to road crashes and gridlocks in the nation’s capital; is expected to actualize it’s mandate through speedy arrest and prosecution of traffic light violators, conduct of public enlightenment and education on traffic rules and regulations, as well as collaboration with other security agencies to enhance traffic management.
The Corps Marshal who approved the operation stated with adequate emphasis that traffic light violations are a major contributor to road crashes, and must be brought to a halt by all operational means necessary within the ambit of the law.
He made known, his satisfaction with the successes already recorded within the short period. Noting that FRSC will continue to enforce traffic laws to ensure a safer and more orderly traffic environment in Abuja.
While commending the efforts of the gallant Commanders of the various units of the intervention patrol and the field Operatives as well; he directed them to intensify patrol operations at major intersections and traffic light points, particularly during peak hours.
The arrested drivers were charged with various offenses, including; traffic light violation, dangerous driving, road marking violations and reckless driving.
In order to consolidate on the gains recorded in the cause of the patrol operations and further entrench sanity in the use of traffic lights in the FCT, the Corps Marshal appeals to motorists to cooperate with its personnel and obey all traffic rules and regulation
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Namibian APRM Delegation Visits AUDA-NEPAD Nigeria on Peer Learning Mission
Joel Ajayi
The Ambassador and Chief Executive Officer of the APRM National Secretariat, Namibia, Ambassador Lineekela Mboti, has led a delegation, including officials from the APRM Continental Secretariat, on a visit to the National Coordinator and Chief Executive Officer of AUDA-NEPAD Nigeria, Hon. Jabiru Salisu Abdullahi, in Abuja.
The visit was aimed at gaining deeper insight into the operational structure of the African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM) in Nigeria, its reporting lines, challenges, and the advantages of integrating the AUDA-NEPAD and APRM structures under a unified system.
Welcoming the delegation, Hon. Jabiru Salisu Abdullahi provided an overview of Nigeria’s implementation framework, highlighting the synergy between AUDA-NEPAD and APRM in advancing governance and development outcomes.
He commended the Namibian team’s commitment to institutional learning and assured them of AUDA-NEPAD Nigeria’s readiness to provide the necessary technical support and guidance to strengthen APRM operations in Namibia.
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