By Chris Chikelue
Anambra State Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Corp Commander (CC) Bridget Asekhauno on Tuesday led a delegation of Officers of the FRSC to visit the State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Afam Obidike.
The visit was aimed at strengthening partnership in boosting safety ahead of the 2025 Christmas holidays.
According to the Sector Commander, the Anambra sector of the FRSC has mapped out the 2025 Yuletide Safety Week which is to commence on December 15.
The visit which took place at the Health Commissioner’s office in Awka, focused on boosting cooperation between the two government agencies during the festive season.
“This is a period often associated with heavy travels, traffic congestion and a rise in preventable road crashes”, CC Asekhauno quipped. She added, “the ember months usually witness increased movement across the state, making it necessary for all relevant stakeholders to work together.
“Collaboration with the health sector will ensure faster access to medical care for road crash victims and reduce fatalities.
“Improved emergency response, public sensitization and strict enforcement of traffic regulations will form key components of the 2025 safety campaign”.
Commissioner Obidike pointed at the FRSC’s sustained commitment to road safety in the state, while assuring the FRSC team of the Ministry of Health readiness to support in the areas of emergency vis-a-vis hospital readiness and community health education throughout the yuletide.
Dr. Obidike, therefore, urged the state residents to avoid excessive speeding, ensure proper vehicle maintenance and comply with safety rules.
“Reducing road accidents requires joint efforts from government agencies, motorists, transport unions and the general public,” he said.
Other FRSC Officials at the visit include, the Head of Operation, DCC J. Nnamani, and the Head of Special duties, I C Ezeala.
