Governor Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to partnering with the private sector for economic growth, extending this pledge to the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC).
The governor, who met with the new FRSC Sector Commander, Corps Commander Sanya Adeoye yesterday, expressed satisfaction with the agency’s efforts in traffic management and accident reduction.
Oyebanji assured the FRSC of continued support and collaboration to enhance its operational effectiveness.
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He specifically tasked the command with increasing its engagement with commercial drivers, motorcyclists, and tricycle operators through regular training and interface sessions.
The governor emphasised that many road accidents, particularly those involving motorcycle operators, are avoidable and can be reduced through consistent safety education.
“I am happy the accident rate in the state is going down and traffic has been free in town,” the governor said, commending the FRSC’s professionalism.
He acknowledged the corps’ request for more vehicles and ambulance services to support its expanding operations and pledged to find a solution to these challenges, stating, “We are partners in progress, whatever support we can give to your agency, we will do that.”
Oyebanji also highlighted the need for the FRSC to document all motorcyclist operators in the state as a measure to curb criminal activities.
He commended the agency for its advisory role on road signage and noted that the state government would continue to support its initiatives.
Earlier, Corps Commander Adeoye praised Oyebanji’s significant investments in road infrastructure across the state, crediting these projects with the noticeable decline in road accidents.
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He also noted the increase in the number of FRSC commands in the state from three to thirteen, explaining the need for additional vehicles to effectively manage the expanded coverage.
The sector commander also requested ambulances to improve the command’s emergency response capabilities.
