The Federal Road Safety Corps, Anambra State Command, has deployed 1,500 personnel, including special marshals, to manage key traffic points across the state during the Easter celebration.
In a press statement released on Wednesday, the state Sector Public Education Officer, Margaret Onabe, said emergency response teams have also been placed on standby to handle any reported incidents.
She added that towing trucks, patrol vehicles, motorbikes, and ambulances have been stationed at strategic locations to respond to emergencies and clear obstructions.
The Sector Commander, Corps Commander Bridget Asekhauno, urged drivers to prioritize road safety, obey traffic rules, and exercise caution during the period of increased traffic.
“The command appeals to passengers to take responsibility for their safety by wearing seat belts, avoiding overloading, and reporting reckless driving to authorities,” the statement read. “We urge all road users to make safety a priority and arrive at their destinations safely. Let’s make this Easter a memorable one, not for crashes, but for safe travels and joyful celebrations.”
Easter, a Christian feast day, celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ and is considered the most important festival in the Christian Church. It follows the season of Lent, a 40-day period of fasting, prayer, and penance.
The FRSC urged the public to use its toll-free emergency number, 122, for assistance during the holiday period.
