In furtherance of its commitment to discipline, transparency, and integrity, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has penalized 563 private and commercial drivers for attempting to corrupt FRSC personnel on duty across the country.
The drivers, who were fined in July, were penalized after the FRSC personnel rejected the bribe offered by the drivers to overlook their contravention of the road safety regulations.
Out of the aforementioned, Osun State recorded the highest with 155 offenders booked in the State for the offence of attempts to corrupt marshals on duty.
The statistics were disclosed on Thursday by the Corps Marshal for FRSC, Shehu Mohammed, through a statement signed and released to The Guild by the Corps spokesperson, Olusegun Ogungbemide.
Mohammed noted that the development reinforced the Corps’ determination to sanitise Nigerian roads not only by enforcing traffic laws, but also by tackling corrupt practices that erode public trust and threaten lives.
According to him, FRSC categorically considers any attempt to offer bribes to its operatives as a grave violation of ethical and public safety standards.
Acknowledging this accomplishment, the FRSC boss lauded the Osun State Sector Command for its vigilance, professional conduct, and resolute action against extortion and inducement.
He described the high number of ACS bookings as proof of the Corps’ institutional readiness to confront corruption and restore confidence in traffic management nationwide.
“Of particular note is the outstanding performance of Assistant Route Commander Babatunde J. Owoeye, of Osun Sector Command who was responsible for 104 out of the total 563 bookings”.
The Corps Marshal commended his exceptional dedication, integrity, and professionalism, describing him as a shining example of the kind of officer the Corps is proud to project.
He noted that such consistency in ethical conduct deserves not just recognition but also emulation across all commands.
Speaking further, the Corps Marshal emphasized that any attempt to compromise patrol teams would not be tolerated under any circumstances.
Mohammed reiterated that the FRSC is building a culture rooted in integrity, where officers and marshals who demonstrate professionalism and resist unethical overtures will continue to receive commendation and institutional support.
Additionally, he highlighted the role of targeted enforcement, performance evaluation, and values-based reorientation as crucial mechanisms for achieving a corruption-free Corps. These tools, he said, are vital in strengthening public confidence and ensuring effective service delivery.
As a reminder, the Corps cautions all motorists that attempting to bribe or improperly influence FRSC personnel constitutes a criminal offence under Nigerian law. The motoring public is therefore urged to adhere to road safety regulations and treat patrol officers with due respect and cooperation.
While appreciating the officers involved in the July enforcement activities, the Corps Marshal called on patrol team leaders and operatives across the federation to uphold these high standards of ethical conduct.
He charged all personnel to remain focused on the Corps’ vision of fostering a safe motoring environment and promoting discipline among road users in Nigeria.
