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Sallah: FRSC Deploys 1,000 Personnel, 22 Patrol Vehicles, 3 Life Support Ambulances On Ogun Highways
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Ogun state Sector Command has deployed over 1,000 personnel to highways across Ogun State throughout the Eid-el-Kabir celebration.
The command also said, it has deployed 22 patrol vehicles, three life support ambulances, three motorbikes and one heavy duty tow Truck to ensure easy intervention to traffic distress from the boundaries of Ogun State with neighbouring states of Lagos, Oyo and Ondo States.
In a release signed by the Ogun State FRSC Public Education Officer, Florence Okpe, the State Sector Commander, Corps Clement Oladele said this deployment showed the FRSC’s commitment to reducing road traffic accidents by 15 percent and fatalities by 20 percent.
Oladele said, the special patrol operations would focus on excessive speed, Dangerous driving, wrongful overtaking, Llne indiscipline, use of phone while driving, seat belt violation, overloading violation, tyre violation (expired/ substandard) as well as Speed limiting devise violation and passenger manifest violation by commercial vehicles.
The FRSC boss warned motorists to slow down at that, construction zones where traffic was diverted especially at the 3km stretch of road between Fidiwo around Ogunmakin /Alapako , and also the 5km stretch of road between Mowe and Ibafo, specifically around Oremeji, which are all situated on the ever busy Lagos – Ibadan Expressway.
He equally advised road users to observe the road signs at Owode along the Abeokuta- Ota- Lagos corridor, currently undergoing rehabilitation.
Commander Oladele therefore, frowned at any motorist disobeying travelling at speed beyond 50km per hour or overtaking at designated construction zone, as these constructions zones, where traffic are diverted, albeit their very short distances, have been responsible for about half of the road traffic deaths in Ogun State this year.
He maintained that, motorists arrested for contravening construction zone regulations during this period may be impounded till after the yelutide.
He appealed to motorists to demonstrate the reason of this season by showing love to fellow road users by obeying traffic rules to arrive home safely to celebrate with their loved ones.
He however warned that, any motorist apprehended flouting traffic rules would be treated as driving dangerously and risk being prosecuted.
“A total of one thousand (1000) personnel comprising Regular and Special marshals have been deployed to oversee traffic activities on highways in Ogun state especially along Lagos – Ibadan, Sagamu- Ijebu ode , Abeokuta – Sagamu andw Abeokuta-Ifo-Sango- Otta- Lagos corridors.
“On the operational equipment deployed, the under listed operational equipments have been provided to ensure desired impact on the entire stretch of highways in Ogun state; 22 patrol vehicles, 3 life support Ambulances, 3 patrol motor bikes, Traffic control areas have also been established at Mowe , Sagamu, Ogere , Ogunmakin, Ijebu-Ode, Ifo, Otta and Abeokuta.
“In addition, all the FRSC Ambulances point at Itori, Sagamu Ijebu- Ode and Ogunmakin will operate 24 hours Rescue operation throughout the duration of the special patrol.
“It is important to particularly note construction zones where traffic is diverted especially at the 3km stretch of road between Sancrete and Fidiwo around Ogunmakin /Alapako , and also the 5km stretch of road between Mowe and Ibafo, specifically around Oremeji, which are all situated on the ever busy Lagos – Ibadan Expressway. Equally of note is Owode along the Abeokuta – Ota – Lagos corridor, currently undergoing rehabilitation”.
Meanwhile, the Ogun state Command of Federal Road Safety Corps has embarked on aggressive public enlightenment campaign at motor parks and religious institutions across the state on the notable construction zones on the highways where overtaking is prohibited.
The command therefore implored motorists and members of the public to contact the FRSC tool free number 122 in case of traffic emergency or other telephone numbers that could be reached in case of crash or obstruction are 08150646550, 08023832594.
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PRESIDENT TINUBU CONGRATULATES JIM OVIA ON ADMISSION TO THE FREEDOM OF THE CITY OF LONDON
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Founder and Chairman of Zenith Bank Plc, Jim Ovia, CFR, on his admission to the prestigious Freedom of the City of London.
Admission to the Freedom of the City of London is an honour bestowed on individuals either for their service to the city or for their achievements.
In a press statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu described the honour as a fitting recognition of Mr. Ovia’s exceptional contributions to business, innovation, and technology, as well as for his role in shaping Nigeria’s financial landscape and strengthening economic ties between Africa and the rest of the world.
“This honour is a testament to your unwavering commitment to excellence, your pioneering role in the growth of the financial services sector in Nigeria, and your visionary leadership that continues to inspire generations. As an accomplished entrepreneur and advocate of innovation-driven development, your recognition in the City of London affirms the global relevance of Nigerian excellence and enterprise,” the President stated.
President Tinubu commended Mr. Ovia for being a distinguished ambassador of the nation’s private sector and wished him continued success in his endeavours.
It was a salient and momentous occasion as one of God’s generals,the president of PMF, Pentecostal Ministers Forum of Nigeria and the founder of Kings In Christ Power Ministries Int.Bishop Chidi Anthony celebrated his birthday yesterday.
The event which was held at white sand,Isherin Osun, Lagos was anchored by Nollywood actor Kingsley Ogbonna aka, Dauda was attended by numerous prominent personalities :DCP Oliver Ezirim,DCP Forensic, Alagbon,CSP Charles,STS Commander Idimu,CSP Agatha Eze ,Dpo ,Idimu, Bishop Tony Anthony Aniekwu, Bishop Kennedy Ogu,HRH EZE C. C Nwokdi Eze Ndi Igbo,ijegun and Ijedodo, bishop Anene Nwachuku,Rhema Deliverance ministry,Hon.Eugene Chinedu Ajuonuma
The event was epochal as guests were given wonderful and awesome treat;the celebrant being a religious leader,the president of Pentecostal Ministers Forum advised the Nigerian government on how to solve the problems confronting the nation “I want the government to create employment opportunities and empowerment programmes in order to engage our youths, nobody will be happy to graduate for years without a Job and no means of livelihood,that is why crime is on the increase almost every young person you see today is into one crime or the other in the quest for survival,if something can be done urgently by the government,will help curtail the insecurity in the country and create a good environment for us to dwell ”
Bishop Chidi Anthony who happens to be a philanthropist also used the avenue to inform Lagosians about his palliative and empowerment programme that will be coming up on the 16th of May “Christianity goes beyond preaching the bible,it also talks about love and care to the people,I want to use this medium to invite the people of Lagos to my palliative and empowerment programme that will be coming up on the 16th of May, during my annual programme”GREATER THAN THE POOL OF BETHSAIDA” i will be giving out food stuffs to Lagosians and there will also be financial empowerments for the indigents and the vulnerables, anywhere you are in the city of Lagos, don’t forget to be at 17, Jubilee close,Taiwo bus stop,Ago palace way, it’s my way of supporting and alleviating the suffering in the nation “.
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