In a decisive move to address the twin challenges of road traffic crashes and economic sabotage, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have announced a strategic partnership aimed at tightening enforcement and enhancing public safety across Nigeria.
A press statement issued to Blueprint, Tuesday, said the collaboration, unveiled during a high-level engagement between both agencies on Tuesday in Abuja, is expected to strengthen the fight against reckless driving and illegal transport practices that cost the nation thousands of lives and billions of naira annually.
EFCC chairman, Mr. Ola Olukoyede, described the partnership as a necessary step, noting that both organisations serve critical roles that directly impact national safety and economic stability. He explained that beyond fighting financial crimes, the EFCC also targets economic sabotage often perpetrated through non-compliance with transport regulations.
“Operators who flout transport laws contribute to larger economic setbacks and compromise public welfare,” Olukoyede said, highlighting the wider implications of unchecked violations within the sector.
Corps Marshal of the FRSC, Shehu Mohammed, echoed these concerns, stating that road safety must be seen as a national security and economic priority rather than just a traffic issue. According to him, reducing road crashes is essential to saving lives and preserving the country’s economic integrity.
“Every preventable accident not only takes a life but also takes a toll on national development,” Mohammed stressed, calling for a unified approach across government agencies.
The new alliance is set to enhance surveillance, enforcement and prosecution efforts, particularly targeting transport-related offences that constitute economic crimes. Both agencies have pledged to share intelligence and coordinate operations, aiming to deter road-related impunity and strengthen the rule of law.