By Adedapo Adesanya
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has urged motorists and entire Nigerians to celebrate the upcoming Yuletide responsibly and exercise caution on the roads.
The Sector Commander of FRSC, Enugu State Command, Mr Joseph Udoabba, gave the advice on Saturday in Enugu.
Mr Udoabba also pleaded with motorists to be moderate in their celebration as the season was known to have a high fatality rate.
“You should not make your celebration a mourning period for others using the roads especially when you drink and drive,” he said.
According to him, drinking and driving do not go together, adding that, ‘if you have to drink, stay at home and away from the road.
“If you have to celebrate, be conscious of your safety and that of others. You and others have a right to life.
“So, do not do anything that will take away your life or the life of the others, especially on the roads,” he said.
The Commander urged motorists to put their vehicles in good condition, plan their trips ahead of time and set out for their journey early and be patient with other road users.
Mr Udoabba advised motorists to drive within their speed limits and obey all road traffic rules.
“I wish all Nigerians especially motorists in Enugu State a merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year in safety, good health and sound mind.
“Only the living celebrates. You must do all positive things to stay alive and healthy,” he added.
He also said that the organisation will do all the necessary things so as to ensure those road users who are not compliant are brought to account for breaking the law.
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