The House of Representatives has passed a bill for the second reading that seeks to establish a special armed squad within the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC).
The bill, sponsored by Rep. Abiodun Derin Adesida and Rep. Olaide Lateef Muhammed, aims to amend the FRSC Act of 2007 to enhance the agency’s operations and provide additional powers.
If passed, the bill would allow FRSC officers to carry firearms, specifically forming a Special Armed Squad.
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It also proposes that officers holding the rank of Deputy Corps Marshal should receive benefits tied to their rank, including retirement packages.
Furthermore, the bill seeks to empower the FRSC with full responsibility for road traffic administration, traffic crash prevention, supervision of road users, and regulation of traffic on public roads.
The proposed legislation also gives the FRSC authority to clear road obstructions and educate the public on road safety practices.
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After a voice vote, the members of the House unanimously supported the bill’s passage for a second reading.
In a related development, the House adopted a motion by Garba Ibrahim Muhammad, urging the FRSC to embrace modern technology in its operations.
The motion called for the use of Automatic Vehicle Location systems, Automated Traffic Enforcement systems, and advanced data platforms to improve road safety and reduce traffic violations.
The House referred the motion to the Committee on FRSC for further action.
