Rainy season: FRSC urges motorists to ensure vehicle safety, reduce speed
…warns against driving with worn-out tyres, faulty wipers The Federal Road Safety Corps in Anambra State has advised motorists to ensure their vehicles are roadworthy before travelling, citing heightened risks
...warns against driving with worn-out tyres, faulty wipers
The Federal Road Safety Corps in Anambra State has advised motorists to ensure their vehicles are roadworthy before travelling, citing heightened risks during the rainy season.
Sector Commander, Corps Commander Bridget Asekhauno, gave the warning in a chat with reporters, noting that the intensifying rains across parts of the country have made driving conditions more hazardous.
She explained that roads become increasingly slippery during rainfall, making cautious driving essential.
Asekhauno expressed concern over the continued use of worn-out tyres by some drivers, warning that such tyres lose adequate grip on the road.
According to her, worn tyres reduce effective contact with the road surface, increasing the likelihood of vehicles skidding or veering off when brakes are applied.
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She also stressed the need for motorists to reduce speed during rainfall, noting that although the recommended speed limit remains 100 kilometres per hour, drivers must slow down significantly when roads are wet.
The sector commander further highlighted the importance of functional windscreen wipers, urging motorists to ensure both wipers and water reservoirs are in proper working condition to maintain clear visibility.
"Drivers must carry out routine vehicle checks before driving. They must regularly check their tyres, oil and water levels.
"Motorists must obey traffic rules, avoid driving under the influence of alcohol, and to pull over safely when rainfall becomes too heavy and visibility was poor," she cautioned.
Asekhauno reaffirmed the Corps’ commitment to ensuring safety on Nigerian roads, especially during the challenging rainy season.
