Ekuson Nw’Ogbunka, Abuja
The Nigerian Association of Commercial Commuters (NACC-Nigeria) and the Coalition of Road Safety NGOs in Nigeria (CORSAN) has call on authorities to urgently address the alarming rate of fatal road crashes and transport-related crimes in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja.
They referenced a devastating crash on the Kugbo-Nyanya axis on March 16, 2026, as the latest incident that highlights the need for urgent and decisive action.
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A statement signed by Amb. George Ibok, National Secretary NACC-Nigeria, in Abuja, noted that “the challenge is that Abuja’s roads are plagued by systemic failures, with frequent crashes and rising “one chance” syndicate activities, eroding public safety and trust.
“Existing laws, including the Federal Road Safety Commission Act and National Road Traffic Regulations 2012, are sufficient, but enforcement is lacking.
They call on the Federal Capital Territory Administration and relevant authorities to:
Regulate articulated vehicles with designated hours, speed limiters, and tracking systems
Enforce zero-tolerance regime with swift prosecution and no compromise.
Establish a national transport security system with centralized vehicle and driver database
Redesign high-risk corridors with intelligent traffic systems and launch public awareness campaigns and emergency reporting channels
According to the groups, “Abuja deserves safer roads and secure transport. We urge authorities, transport unions, and stakeholders to act now.”
