FRSC deploys personnel, vehicles, ahead of ondo election

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), has deployed 1500 personnel, 25 patrol vehicles, to Ondo State, ahead of the Nov. 16 governorship election in Ondo state.

The Corps Marshal, FRSC, Malam Shehu Mohammed, approved the deployment of both the personnel and patrol vehicles.

In a statement issued by the Corps Public Education Officer (CPEO), Olusegun Ogungbemide, on Thursday in Abuja, the FRSC boss stated that the move is part of the efforts to enforce restrictions on movement and other electoral laws during the election.

He directed officers and men of the Corps to collaborate with other security agencies to ensure compliance with restrictions on vehicular movement.

He added that the directive also mandated the personnel to clear obstructions from the roads, carry out rescue operations in case of emergencies, and maintain orderliness in polling booths.

Mohammed further emphasised the need for the personnel to exhibit professionalism while admonishing them to avoid any act that could lead to the abuse of the rights of the electorate.

He stated, “Adequate mobilisation has also been made for personnel and operational tools, including deployment of 25 patrol vehicles, 7 tow trucks, as well as 6 ambulances.

“This is to also strengthen enforcement of restrictions during the entire process of the election.

He assured that the Commission i I’ms committed to safeguarding the lives and properties of the people before, during and after the elections, and urged them not to entertain any level of fear as they come out to cast their votes.