Nasarawa State Launches “Operation Sanity” to Enhance Road Safety

Summary

• Nasarawa State Governor Abdullahi Sule collaborates with the Federal Road Safety Corps to launch “Operation Sanity” to curb road traffic crashes.
• The initiative includes public awareness, traffic enforcement, mobile courts, and stakeholder engagement to promote a culture of road safety.
• The operation seeks to reduce crashes, save lives, and position Nasarawa as a model for road safety in Nigeria while fostering economic development.

Lafia, Nigeria – Governor Abdullahi Sule officially launched “Operation Sanity,” a comprehensive road safety campaign in partnership with the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Lafia, the Nasarawa State Capital.

The initiative targets reckless driving and aims to reduce road traffic crashes across the state, reinforcing a commitment to protecting lives and promoting safer roads.

Speaking at the launch event, Governor Sule declared an end to reckless driving in Nasarawa, urging residents to join hands with the FRSC in making road safety a collective responsibility. “The era of reckless driving is over,” he stated, emphasizing the state government’s dedication to ensuring the safety of its citizens.

Nasarawa State Governor Abdullahi Sule (right) with FRSC Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed (left) at the launch of “Operation Sanity”

FRSC Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed detailed the campaign’s approach, describing “Operation Sanity” as a multi-pronged effort to enforce traffic regulations and foster a safety-conscious culture.

The initiative includes public awareness campaigns, stricter enforcement of traffic rules, mobile court sessions to address violations, and collaboration with stakeholders from various sectors.

The operation is designed not only to save lives but also to boost economic development by creating safer roads, with the ambition of making Nasarawa a model for road safety in Nigeria.

As the campaign rolls out, residents and motorists are encouraged to comply with traffic regulations and support the state’s vision for safer, more sustainable transportation.