FRSC Bans Use Of Phone While Driving

The Lagos State Command of the Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC), has banned the use of phones by motorists while driving.

This was contained in a statement by FRSC Sector Commander Olusegun Ogungbemide, on Sunday, who said the corps had noticed an increasing wave of disregard for traffic and safety regulations.

He listed other violations as internet surfing, non-use of a seatbelt, rickety vehicles that are not roadworthy, lane shunting and general irresponsible driving culture.

As gathered by Eko Hot Blog, The commander reiterated the National Road Traffic Regulations 2012 section 166 (1) on the use of communication devices while driving.

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“No driver of a vehicle shall whilst the vehicle is in motion receive or makes a telephone call in any form. We have lost so many drivers and other innocent people due to distraction from the use of phones caused them while on the road.

“Peace-loving, responsible Lagosians and road users are also passing through a lot of pains due to the actions of these few who will not obey simple regulations to keep themselves alive”, the statement added.

He added that the FSRC command cannot watch with folded arms while road users continue to disregard the law.

He noted that all commands of the corps have been given the mandate to tackle all forms of road misconduct.