There has been a fatal accident on the Lokoja-Abuja highway in Kogi State, resulting in multiple deaths and injuries from burns. A tanker carrying fuel lost its grip, causing it to collide with other vehicles. Emergency services are still at the scene trying to put out the fire and rescue passengers trapped in the … Read more
The Federal Road Safety Corps has distanced itself from a statement made by one of its sector commanders calling for the implementation of Sharia law in prosecuting traffic offenders. The Corps Spokesperson, Bisi Kazeem, clarified that the statement does not reflect FRSC’s position and that the sector commander has been recalled for breaching regulations. … Read more
An FRSC official has suggested that Sharia laws should be included in the prosecution of traffic violations. Abdullahi stated this during an interview with journalists on Thursday in Bauchi. He argued that the current laws governing road accidents are not strict enough. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Mr. Yusuf Abdullahi, the Sector Commander of the … Read more
The Lagos-Ibadan expressway is notorious for traffic gridlock. The FRSC said it got worse on Sunday after a loaded tanker crashed in the morning. The, corps, therefore provided alternative routes to motorists. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has advised motorists to use alternative routes as the gridlock on the … Read more
The Lekki-Epe Free Trade Zone corridor, like other ports, is notorious for traffic congestion. However, the Lagos government has taken a significant step in fixing the problem by adopting the e-call up system. The system ensures that the access of articulated trucks to the corridor is controlled. Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Government … Read more
Another road crash in Bauchi has resulted in the deaths of 14 persons. In addition to the 14 fatalities, five other people were injured in the accident with varying degrees of injury. The accident involved one Golf 3 Wagon car with registration number AJ507GWA and one private Chevrolet car. EKO HOT BLOG reports that no … Read more
FRSC has raised an alarm over fake recruitment LinkedIn accounts. Ms Williams has advised interested applicants to visit FRSC verified portal. Ms Williams disclosed this in a statement on Sunday in Jalingo. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Selina Williams, the Taraba Sector Commander of FRSC, on Sunday, alerted the state residents of a fake LinkedIn … Read more
950 FRSC officers have been deployed to Kwara in preparation for the Eid el-Fitr celebrations. The officers were dispatched with operational equipment in order to prevent road accidents and alleviate traffic congestion during the festive season. The objective is to ensure smooth traffic flow and minimize the occurrence of road accidents throughout the holiday season. … Read more
Seven Passengers have been burnt to death in the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway crash. The tragic incident happened on Thursday a few metres after the Saapade Bridge. A total of 27 persons were involved in the crash, 25 of whom were male adults. EKO HOT BLOG reports that no fewer than seven people were reportedly burnt beyond … Read more
The driver of the tanker blamed the collision on the SUV driver. The SUV driver said a tyre bust made them lose control. The FRSC confirmed that a tyre bust triggered the accident. Eko Hot Blog reports that a petrol-laden tanker has exploded after it collided with a Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) on the Long … Read more
A fatal road accident occurred at Udubo in Bauchi, claiming 25 lives and injuring 10 others. The accident was caused by overloading, speeding, and a tyre burst, which led to the driver losing control of the vehicle. The FRSC in Bauchi State confirmed the tragic incident and urged drivers to adhere to traffic regulations. EKO … Read more
Three traders have lost their lives in a collision with Dangote Truck. The spokesperson of the FRSC in Ogun, Florence Okpe, confirmed the incident to journalists on Wednesday morning. Okpe explained that the injured victims were taken to the General Hospital, Ota, while the corpses were deposited at the same hospital’s morgue. EKO HOT BLOG … Read more
Panic gripped people around the Ogun state area of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway on Friday. The panic was caused by the explosion of a tanker on the highway. Officials say the people involved in the accident escaped unhurt. Eko Hot Blog reports that a tanker has exploded in flames following a crash in the Ogun State … Read more
PDP has suspended its campaign in Plateau state. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Plateau State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP has temporarily suspended all campaign activities following the tragic road accident over the weekend that claimed the lives of its supporters. This online media platform reported earlier that many supporters of the … Read more
It was a Christmas tragedy for three people who died in a road crash on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway on Sunday. Eko Hot Blog reports that three persons died, while six others were injured in an accident that occurred on Christmas day on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. EDITOR’S PICKS CBN Taking Our Financial Freedom from Us with … Read more
Owning a car makes daily commuting an easy thing to do, but it comes with many responsibilities such as securing vital documents from relevant authorities. For example, it’s illegal to drive on Nigerian roads without a valid driver’s licence. Doing so exposes a car owner to avoidable heavy fines and delays. EDITOR’S PICKS Doyin Okupe … Read more
3 lost their lives this morning to a ghastly motor accident at the Lagos-Ibadan expressway. EKO HOT BLOG reports that at least three persons died on Sunday in a ghastly road accident on the Fidiwo bridge along the Lagos-Ibadan expressway. The Ogun State command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) confirmed this in a … Read more
Lagos State Government has approved the creation of new units under the Neighborhood Safety Agency. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has approved the establishment of the units as part of efforts to improve the security architecture of the state. EDITOR’S PICKS Alake: How US Embassy Exonerated Tinubu From Criminal Allegations LAMATA Suspends … Read more
The FRSC has alerted Nigerians that it does not receive payment for fines of traffic offences on patrol points. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has informed Nigerians that it does not permit the use of Point of Sale Machine (POS) machines nor receive payment for fines of traffic offences … Read more
About 14 passengers lost their lives in a Kano road accident. EKO HOT BLOG reports that no fewer than fourteen people reportedly died from a tragic road accident that happened in Kano State over the weekend. The command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) confirmed this in a statement made available to journalists moments … Read more