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ESUT slaps N500,000 fine on post-exam reckless driving
ESUT has introduced a N500,000 penalty for students who engage in dangerous driving on campus after completing their final exams, aiming to curb accidents and ensure safety.
Cross River NUJ Pushes for Settlement of Unpaid Retiree Gratuities
The Cross River NUJ has called on Governor Otu to finish paying long-overdue retirement gratuities and requested stronger traffic enforcement against reckless dispatch riders.
Senate clarifies that FRSC amendment does not enact new restrictions on hawking or preaching
The Senate has refuted claims that a proposed amendment to the FRSC Act introduces new prohibitions against preaching or hawking, noting these are existing legal restrictions.
Imo State Authorities Clear Illegal Structures Near IMSU Following Student Fatality
In the wake of a fatal accident involving a 19-year-old student, the Imo State government has demolished illegal structures near IMSU to boost public safety and eliminate criminal hideouts.
Minister Wike Prohibits Vehicle Racing in Residential Zones
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has ordered an end to car racing in residential neighborhoods to ensure public safety, though racing on highways remains permitted.
Senate Clarifies FRSC Bill Does Not Implement New Restrictions on Hawking or Preaching
The Senate clarified that the FRSC Act amendment merely restates long-standing bans on hawking and preaching in vehicles, aiming to improve commuter safety.
Four fatalities confirmed following Huyton vehicle collision
Four men have died after a car crashed into a lamp-post in Huyton, Merseyside, with a fifth man currently receiving hospital care.
Asagba of Asaba Urges Governments to Address Economic Hardship to Reduce Road Accidents
The Asagba of Asaba, HRM Prof. Epiphany Azinge, has urged governments to tackle economic hardship, identifying it as a major catalyst for dangerous driving and road accidents.
FRSC Kebbi ramps up traffic enforcement to tackle overloading and accidents
The FRSC in Kebbi is conducting a special enforcement operation to reduce road accidents by cracking down on overloading and other traffic violations.
Worldwide traffic fatalities decrease by 21%, yet Africa sees concerning spike
A WHO report reveals a 21% drop in global road deaths, despite an alarming 17% increase in fatalities across the African region.