By Amina Anebi
The Kaduna State Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has launched Operation Sanity to curb reckless driving and enforce compliance with traffic regulations across the state.
The Sector Commander, Corps Commander Kabir Nadabo, announced the initiative during a courtesy visit by the executive members of the Kaduna State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) on Tuesday.
The campaign aims to restore order on the state’s roads following increased incidents of motorists flouting traffic rules.
Commander Nadabo disclosed that the sector recorded 25 road crashes in January alone and has identified 93 high-risk spots notorious for traffic violations.
During the visit, the NUJ Chairman, Abdulgafar Alabelewe, was invited to flag off the operation. Speaking at the event, Nadabo emphasized the urgency of the campaign:
> “This operation will last for four months, and there must be sanity on our roads. Motorcyclists who violate traffic rules will be fined ₦5,000, while vehicle owners will face fines of ₦50,000. We are determined to stop this menace.”
The Sector Commander also recounted an incident where a motorist verbally abused him while violating traffic rules, stressing the growing disregard for road safety.
> “Disobeying traffic rules has degenerated to alarming levels, and something must be done. We are urging passengers to protest and report erring drivers. Our emergency lines and a downloadable application can be used to monitor drivers’ behavior.”
Following the ceremony, officials moved to Rabbah Road, a hotspot for traffic violations, where some motorists were caught flouting rules even in the presence of FRSC officers and journalists.
NUJ Chairman Alabelewe praised the initiative, describing it as critical for saving lives.
“Road crashes are claiming more lives than many realize. While insecurity often dominates discussions, road accidents remain a silent killer, taking lives daily,” he said.
