FEDERAL HIGHWAYS (PROHIBITION OF LIVESTOCK AND HANDCARTS) REGULATIONS
Regulation · Transport
Regulations prohibit the movement of livestock and handcarts on federal highways to prevent accidents and ensure smooth traffic flow. They target herdsmen, traders using handcarts, and road users near these highways. This reduces traffic risks and improves safety for all travelers.
FEDERAL HIGHWAYS (PROHIBITION OF LIVESTOCK AND HANDCARTS) REGULATIONS
What Is This Policy?
Regulations prohibiting the movement of livestock and the use of handcarts on federal highways, to prevent accidents and facilitate the free flow of vehicular traffic.
Who Does It Target?
Herdsmen and livestock traders moving animals along federal roads Artisans and traders using handcarts on highways Federal Road Safety Corps enforcement officers Road users and communities near federal highways
What Does It Aim to Achieve?
Reduce road traffic accidents caused by livestock on federal highways, prevent obstruction of traffic flow, and improve safety for all road users.
Key Features
Livestock Prohibition: Prohibits driving or herding livestock on or across federal highways except at authorised crossing points. Handcart Prohibition: Bans the use of handcarts, wheelbarrows, and similar non-motorised vehicles on federal highways. FRSC Enforcement: FRSC officers may impound animals found on federal highways and charge owners. Designated Crossings: Livestock may cross federal highways only at designated safe crossing points.
Current Status
Rollout Stage: Active Coverage: All federal highways nationwide Beneficiaries: Road users; public safety; accident reduction Funding: Federal Government
How to Access
Livestock must use approved crossing points or underpasses Livestock owners must ensure animals are not herded on highway carriageways FRSC may impound straying livestock and release only upon payment of fees Application method: FRSC enforces at roadside. Livestock owners should use designated crossings.
Important Terms
Livestock on federal highways that cause accidents create civil liability for the owner Impounded animals may be disposed of if not claimed within the prescribed period Repeated violations may lead to criminal prosecution of the herd owner
Official Resources
Website: https://www.frsc.gov.ng Contact: Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC)
Legal Framework
Issued under the regulatory powers of the Federal Ministry of Works pursuant to the Federal Highways Act (Cap F19 LFN 2004). Operates alongside the Federal Road Safety Commission (Establishment, etc.) Act 2007, the National Road Traffic Regulations 2012, and the Motor Vehicles (Third Party Insurance) Act. Aligns with WHO Global Plan for the Decade of Action for Road Safety on livestock-related road accident prevention.