The Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, Kaduna State Sector Command says it has recovered 28 stolen cars which have all been returned to the owners.
The Sector Commander, Mr Zubairu Mato made this known at a sensitisation and enlightenment campaign for drivers ahead of Eid-el-Kabir festivity in the state.
According to him, “FRSC would begin enforcement of the vehicle’s proof of ownership to ensure that drivers are original owners of their vehicles.”
Mato explained that “the rise in the spate of car theft made the FRSC conceive the idea of registering proof of ownership when renewing vehicle particulars.”
He said; “Motorists should ensure proper registration of their vehicles once the National Vehicle Identification Scheme commences.
“This will enable us to recover stolen vehicles more, one cannot register a stolen vehicle somewhere, he or she will be caught.”
Mato stated that the rate of road traffic crashes had decreased in the state, stressing that about 300 people died in crashes from January to date, which the figure was a decrease if compared to previous years.
He attributed the crashes to overspeeding and neglect of road signs, urging drivers to drive carefully as some parts of the roads were still under construction.
The sector commander further stated that “the sensitisation campaign especially for commercial drives ahead of the Eid-el-Kabir festivity was to minimise the occurrence of road crashes.
“Commercial drivers especially during festivities engage in overspeeding to meet up time for their targets.”
Mato, therefore, urged the drivers to avoid over-speeding and overloading, wrongful overtaking, driving during heavy rain and ensuring their vehicles are in good condition.
He also advised them to install speed-limiting devices, while also not neglecting the importance of seat belts.
Earlier, the FRSC Corps Marshal, Dauda Biu said during festivities, the Corps intensifies sensitisation and enlightenment on measures of safety while on the road.
Biu, represented by the Deputy Corps Commander, Abdulrahman Bima tasked drivers on responsible driving while ensuring that their vehicles are in good condition.
Also, Mustapha Babayaro, the Station Manager, of Kaduna Line, Unguwan Sarki Bus Terminal said the sensitisation was timely as the Eid-el-Kabir festival approaches.
He lamented that most drivers during the festive period were always in a haste, trying to make more trips to meet their financial target.
Mercy Chukwudiebere
