The Federal Road Safety Corps has intensified its nationwide enforcement and regulatory measures targeting commercial motorcycle and tricycle operators as part of efforts to curb security threats and improve road safety.
The Corps Public Education Officer, Osondu Ohaeri, disclosed this in an interview with journalists on Sunday in Abuja, noting that the initiative forms part of a broader strategy to sanitise the sector.
Ohaeri explained that the corps has adopted a structured and collaborative approach by working closely with rider unions and their leadership to ensure proper registration, identification and accountability among operators, commonly known as okada and keke riders.
According to him, the FRSC has also introduced training programmes aimed at educating riders on traffic regulations, safety standards and responsible conduct on the roads.
“At times, these operators can pose security challenges, but with proper regulation and identification, we are able to trace them through their leaders and ensure orderliness,” he said.
He added that the training initiatives are designed to instil discipline and ensure compliance with designated routes and operational guidelines.
On enforcement, Ohaeri said FRSC patrol teams have stepped up monitoring activities nationwide, with offenders sanctioned in line with existing traffic laws.
The corps also reiterated its support for measures that promote rider identification and the use of protective gear, including safety helmets and reflective jackets, to minimise accident risks.
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Ohaeri noted that ongoing collaboration between the agency and rider unions has significantly improved compliance levels and fostered a sense of responsibility among operators.
He reaffirmed the FRSC’s commitment to sustaining enforcement, training and stakeholder engagement to enhance safety and reduce risks associated with commercial motorcycle and tricycle operations across the country.
