In a landmark push to reinforce transparency and discipline on Nigeria's roads, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has announced a major crackdown on corruption, with 563 motorists apprehended in July for attempting to bribe or unduly influence marshals on duty.
🔍 Osun State Tops the Chart with 155 Offenders
Leading the effort, the Osun State Sector Command booked 155 offenders, emerging as the state with the highest number of corruption attempts in the month under review. The Corps considers these efforts vital in cleansing road enforcement processes and ensuring safer, more disciplined motoring across the country.
🏅 Spotlight on Integrity: ARC Babatunde J. Owoeye
Of particular note is Assistant Route Commander Babatunde J. Owoeye of the Osun Command, who alone was responsible for 104 of the total 563 bookings. His outstanding vigilance and commitment to ethical conduct have earned him commendation from the Corps leadership.
🗣️ Corps Marshal Commends Integrity and Professionalism
Commending the officers involved, Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed praised Osun Sector Command and ARC Owoeye for their resolute stance against inducement and extortion.
<span;>> </span;>“This shows our institutional resolve to root out corruption and restore trust in Nigeria’s road safety enforcement system,” he said.
He emphasized that any attempt to bribe FRSC officials is not only unethical but a criminal offence under Nigerian law. The Corps will not tolerate such actions under any circumstances.
🧭 Anti-Corruption Tools in Action
The FRSC reaffirmed its commitment to:
Targeted enforcement
Performance-based evaluation
Values-based reorientation
These strategies, according to the Corps Marshal, are designed to strengthen public trust, enhance service delivery, and build a corruption-free enforcement culture.
⚠️ A Message to Motorists
The Corps issued a strong warning to all road users:
Offering bribes or attempting to influence officers is a punishable offence. Motorists are urged to comply with road safety regulations and treat officials with the respect due to their duties.
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🎖️ A Call to Uphold Integrity
While commending the achievements in July, the Corps Marshal called on all patrol teams nationwide to uphold the highest ethical standards. The FRSC remains committed to its vision of a safe, disciplined, and transparent motoring environment for all Nigerians.
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