FEDERAL ROAD SAFETY COMMISSION ACT (ESTABLISHMENT OF FRSC)

An Act establishes the Federal Road Safety Corps as the lead agency for traffic management and accident prevention on federal highways. It targets all road users, vehicle owners, and FRSC personnel. The act aims to reduce accidents and fatalities through enforcement and education.

What Is This Policy?

An Act that establishes the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) as the lead agency for traffic management, accident prevention, highway safety education, and enforcement of road traffic laws on federal highways.

Who Does It Target?

All road users on Nigerian federal highways Vehicle owners and commercial transporters FRSC officers and management Federal Ministry of Transportation

What Does It Aim to Achieve?

Reduce road traffic accidents, injuries, and fatalities on Nigerian federal highways through enforcement, education, and emergency response.

Key Features

FRSC Establishment: Creates the Federal Road Safety Corps with mandate for traffic management and accident prevention on federal roads. Enforcement Powers: Grants FRSC officers powers to stop, search, and prosecute road traffic offenders. Safety Education: Mandates public safety education campaigns on responsible road use. Vehicle Inspection: Empowers FRSC to conduct roadworthiness checks on vehicles and remove unsafe vehicles from the road.

Current Status

Rollout Stage: Active - FRSC fully operational with offices in all states Coverage: Federal highways and roads nationwide Beneficiaries: All road users; emergency road accident victims Funding: Federal Government appropriations; vehicle licensing fees

How to Access

All motorists on federal roads must comply with FRSC directives Vehicle papers and driver's licence must be produced on request by FRSC officers Emergency road assistance: call FRSC helpline 122 Application method: Driver's licence and vehicle registration through VIO and FRSC channels.

Important Terms

Obstruction of FRSC officers is a criminal offence Road traffic violations attract fines and in serious cases prosecution Expired vehicle papers attract impoundment

Official Resources

Website: https://www.frsc.gov.ng Contact: Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC)

Legal Framework

Enacted under the legislative powers of the National Assembly as the Federal Road Safety Commission (Establishment, etc.) Act 2007. Operates alongside the National Road Traffic Regulations 2012, the Motor Vehicles (Third Party Insurance) Act, the Federal Highways Act, and the Highway Code. Aligns with the WHO Global Plan for the Decade of Action for Road Safety and ECOWAS Road Safety Protocols.