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FRSC Urges Road Users to Prioritise Safety During Ember Months
Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has launched its 2025 Ember Months campaign, urging all road users to take personal responsibility for their safety to reduce road traffic crashes during the festive season.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Campaign Launch
The campaign was officially inaugurated in various states, including Ondo, Cross River, and Katsina, with the theme “Take Responsibility for Your Safety: Stop Distracted Driving.” The FRSC emphasised that human factors, such as distracted driving, speeding, and fatigue, are major contributors to road accidents. The initiative aims to raise awareness and promote safer driving habits among motorists and other road users.
Statistics and Concerns
According to the FRSC, over 3,400 people lost their lives and more than 22,000 were injured in road crashes across Nigeria between January and September 2025. The majority of these incidents were attributed to human error, including driver fatigue, overloading, and distracted driving. The Ember Months campaign seeks to address these issues by encouraging responsible road use and adherence to traffic regulations.
Public Engagement
The FRSC has planned various activities to engage the public, including town hall meetings, media campaigns, and outreach programs in motor parks, schools, and religious institutions. These efforts aim to educate road users about the importance of safety and the consequences of reckless driving. The FRSC has also collaborated with transport unions, security agencies, and the media to amplify the campaign’s message.
Enforcement Measures
In addition to public awareness efforts, the FRSC has intensified enforcement activities to ensure compliance with traffic laws. This includes increased patrols, establishment of mobile courts along major highways, and deployment of personnel to accident-prone areas. The FRSC has also set up stopover operations to penalise offenders involved in overloading, speed limit violations, and driving under the influence.
Call to Action
The FRSC urges all road users to exercise caution and discipline during the Ember Months. Motorists are advised to avoid distractions, adhere to speed limits, and ensure their vehicles are in good condition. Passengers are also encouraged to report unsafe driving practices and cooperate with authorities to promote road safety.
The 2025 Ember Months campaign underscores the importance of collective responsibility in ensuring road safety. By adopting safe driving practices and remaining vigilant, road users can contribute to reducing accidents and fatalities during this high-risk period. The FRSC remains committed to its mission of creating a safer motoring environment in Nigeria.
For more information on road safety tips and updates on the Ember Months campaign, visit the official FRSC website or follow their social media channels.
Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has recorded a historic breakthrough with the emergence of its first female pilot, Superintendent of Customs Nafisat Balogun, who recently earned a commercial multi-engine pilot licence in the United States.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The achievement was celebrated by the Nigeria Customs Technical Hangar Service, marking a significant step in the agency’s drive to strengthen its aviation capacity for surveillance, logistics, and anti-smuggling operations.
At a ceremony attended by senior officers, the Managing Director of the Customs Technical Hangar Service, retired Comptroller of Customs Capt. Kuhi Mbaya, described the development as a landmark moment for the service.
He said Balogun’s transition from cabin crew to certified commercial pilot represents a major breakthrough for the Customs aviation unit and highlights the agency’s commitment to professional growth and inclusivity.
He added that the milestone reflects expanding opportunities within the Service as it continues to integrate air assets into its enforcement and border monitoring operations.
Balogun expressed gratitude for the support she received, noting that her journey required dedication and resilience, while pledging to apply her new skills in advancing the Customs mandate with professionalism and discipline.
The development has been widely described within the Service as an inspiration for greater female participation in technical and specialised roles.
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Osun 2026: APC Candidate Oyebamiji Pledges Inclusive Governance For Non-Indigenes, Interest Groups.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Osun State, Asiwaju Bola Oyebamiji (AMBO), has pledged to ensure inclusive governance by integrating non-indigenes and various interest groups if elected in the August 15, 2026 governorship election.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
He said his administration would operate a structured system that promotes participation and representation of all segments of society in governance.
The pledge was conveyed by a former lawmaker and ex-Special Adviser on Civic Engagement, Hon. Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, after he represented the candidate at an engagement with members of the Arewa community in Ibokun, Obokun Local Government Area.
Oyintiloye said the plan is aimed at strengthening the link between government and grassroots communities, ensuring public policies reflect citizens’ real needs.
He added that all groups would be actively involved in both policy formulation and implementation to drive development in the state.
Oyebamiji also promised continued engagement with farmers, traders, artisans, and non-indigene communities as key stakeholders in governance.
Responding, leaders of the Arewa community commended past inclusion efforts and pledged support for the APC candidate ahead of the election.
Barely a year after its inauguration in Akwa Ibom State, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has been plunged into a deep factional crisis.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Multiple factions are now locked in a struggle for control of the party, leaving members uncertain about the legitimate leadership structure.
One faction is led by John Akpanudodehe, a former National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), while another is headed by the embattled state chairman, Dick Duke.
Although the leader of a third faction could not be immediately confirmed, findings indicate that another group also exists within the party.
Sources further suggest that the Akpanudodehe-led faction is seeking to remove the current chairman through a recently held congress that has sparked controversy.
In response, Dick Duke convened a stakeholders’ meeting over the weekend, where he rejected the legitimacy of the said congress.
He said the party had formally written to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to distance itself from the exercise, citing a subsisting court order.
According to him, his tenure as state chairman is still valid until May, and any congress conducted before then would be unlawful.
Duke added that the party would only proceed with proper congresses after the expiration of his tenure and the resolution of legal issues, in line with due process.
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