FRSC Boss Condemns Use of Worn-Out Tyre on Patrol Vehicle, Orders Sanctions

The Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Shehu Mohammed, has condemned the use of a worn-out tyre on one of the corps’ patrol vehicles, calling it unacceptable and a clear violation of safety standards.

In response to the incident in Ondo State, South-West, Nigeria, Mohammed ordered immediate sanctions against the Sector Commander responsible for the jurisdiction where the breach occurred.

A statement by the Corps Public Education Officer, Olusegun Ogungbemide, emphasized the corps’ zero tolerance for compromise on its core values and safety protocols.

“The FRSC has been inundated with a very disturbing video that has gone viral on social media, showing one of our patrol vehicles in Ondo State operating with a worn-out tyre,” the statement read.

The sanction for the use of worn-out tyre on a patrol vehicle also includes a directive that the officer personally pay the fine for the violation.

“In addition to the sanctions, Corps Marshal also ordered that the vehicle be booked for the infraction and the Sector Commander made to pay the fines for negligence.” the statement issued in Abuja added.

Worn-Out Tyre Sanction: FRSC Re-Commits to Safety and Standards

Following the incident, Mohammed praised the public for holding the corps accountable.

He also assured the public that the management would intensify supervision of field commands to prevent such lapses.

Moreover, the FRSC Corps Marshal reaffirmed FRSC’s commitment to ensuring high safety standards, particularly in vehicle maintenance.

The worn-out tyre sanction is believed to serve as a deterrent for officers and the public.