The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has commenced an investigation into reports of illegal car racing and stunt driving allegedly carried out by some youths around the National Mosque area in Abuja.
The Corps Public Education Officer, Olusegun Ogungbemide, disclosed this during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria on Monday in Abuja.
Ogungbemide said the corps had received complaints from members of the public about the development, which he described as illegal and unsafe.
“Yes, I will not deny the fact that we have heard about such activities which are illegal or quasi-illegal,” he said.
He explained that the FRSC Corps Marshal, Malam Shehu Mohammed, had directed the FRSC Sector Commander in the Federal Capital Territory, Felix Theman, to investigate the allegations and submit a prompt report for decisive action.
According to him, the complaints were made by some residents. However, he noted that accounts of the incidents were not vivid or consistent.
The FRSC national spokesperson said the reports were largely based on information provided by concerned residents who noticed unusual racing activities in the area.
He stressed that such acts, if confirmed, are unlawful, as Nigeria does not permit Formula One-style racing or similar sporting activities on public roads.
“Legally, we do not have Formula One running as a regular sport on Nigerian roads. So, if such is happening, it will compromise the safety of other road users because it is not legal.
“The corps has not granted permission to any organisation or group to conduct car racing or stunt driving on roads within the territory,” he said.
Ogungbemide assured that once the investigation is concluded, appropriate action will be taken in line with existing traffic laws and safety regulations to safeguard other road users.
He reiterated the corps’ commitment to ensuring safety on Nigerian roads and urged members of the public to continue providing credible information to assist enforcement efforts.
