Kogiflame
Due to frequent road accident in Kogi State, the state government in conjunction with Federal Road Safety Corp (FRSC) have created platforms to arrest the situation.
The Kogi State Commissioner for Information and Communication, Hon. Kingsley fanwo disclosed this to Newsmen shortly after meeting with the state Sector Commander of FRSC, Kumar Tsukwam in his office on Wednesday.
According to him the rate at which road accident occured in the state is alarming adding that the situation is given the stage government a sleepless night.
The Commissioner noted that the apps will creat awareness for the motorists and road users.
He noted that the state government has also launched jingles in various electronic medium in the state to sensitise motorists and general public
The Commissioner offered the sector commander airtime on the state broadcasting corporation.
“This platform will be utilized for sensitization and education on safety regulations, particularly targeting commercial vehicle and articulated truck drivers.
“He emphasized the administration’s commitment to ongoing collaboration with stakeholders, citizens, and the road safety command to ensure comprehensive safety measures are implemented throughout the state.
His words, “We are here to collaborate with the Federal Road Safety Corps to minimize the carnage on the roads across Kogi state. We want to ensure that the roads are free and safe for motorists. The last accident that occurred along Lokoja -Obajana road where many people lost their lives is unfortunate and the state government is worried about the incident.
“The state government is desirous of reducing the carnage on the state’s roads to the barest minimum that is the reason this collaboration is taking place today.
I have discussed with the State Commander of FRSC in charge of Kogi state and he is very ready to contribute his effort in ensuring that the road is accident free.
The team of the government which comprises of head of road, graphic newspaper haveet with the officials of the FRSC to discuss way forward on how best the incessant road mishaps to be reduced in the state.
“We don’t want to witness again a situation where accident will occur and people will die. We will use our platform kogi state broadcasting corporation, so that the road safety corps can use our platform to engage on rigorous campaign against factors that normally contributed to road accidents in the state.
In his response, the state commandant expressed gratitude to the Kogi State Government’s commitment to supporting the FRSC’s efforts in promoting road safety.
He expressed enthusiasm about strengthening the partnership with the Ministry of Information and Communication to facilitate effective safety awareness campaigns through various media channels.
The commandant noted that this collaboration would empower the FRSC to intensify its efforts in road safety education and enforcement.
This partnership marks a significant step towards ensuring the safety of all road users in Kogi State, fostering a culture of responsibility and awareness that is aimed at reducing accidents and saving lives.
