FRSC Arrests 151 Motorists in Zamfara for Overloading and Bribery Offences

FRSC Arrests 151 Motorists in Zamfara for Overloading and Bribery Offences

The Zamfara State Sector Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has impounded 151 vehicles during a special patrol carried out in September to tackle traffic violations across the state.

Sector Commander Aliyu Ma’aji, who made this known on Wednesday in Gusau, said the operation targeted offences such as overloading, mixed loading, and excessive speeding.

He revealed that 75 of the impounded vehicles were caught attempting to bribe FRSC personnel, adding that those offenders would face prosecution for both corruption and traffic offences.

Ma’aji further disclosed that 76 other vehicles were seized for various road infractions, noting that arrangements were underway to establish a mobile court to ensure speedy prosecution of offenders.

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He said, “Zamfara serves as a gateway to Sokoto, Kebbi, and the Republic of Niger, with many vehicles transiting through the state. Most of the overloaded vehicles do not originate from here, which makes tracking their sources difficult.”

The commander warned motorists to desist from violating traffic laws or risk severe penalties, emphasizing that the FRSC would sustain its vigilance to ensure safer highways.

Ma’aji also called on road users and stakeholders to cooperate with the Corps in reducing road accidents and promoting strict compliance with traffic regulations across Zamfara State.