The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has narrated how it saves many lives following a serious multiple road traffic crash that occurred around the Kugbo Furniture Market axis of the AYA–Nyanya route in the Federal Capital Territory on the evening of Monday, 16 March 2026.
Corps Spokesperson, Felicia Kalu, in a statement on Tuesday, disclosed that the crash, which involved six vehicles including two tippers, a commercial bus, and private vehicles, occurred at about 1648HRS.
She explained that within four minutes of receiving the distress call, the FRSC rescue team from Zebra 12 Unit promptly arrived at the scene and immediately commenced life-saving operations.
“In a coordinated rescue effort, officers successfully extricated a trapped victim from one of the heavily damaged tippers and administered first aid before evacuating him to the National Hospital for comprehensive medical attention.
“A total of 39 persons were involved in the crash, with 2 male victims sustaining injuries ranging from bruises to fractures. One of the victims received immediate first aid at the scene as personnel worked tirelessly to stabilise the situation, prevent further casualties, and ensure the safety of other road users.
“The Unit Commander led officers and marshals on ground to coordinate the rescue and traffic management operations, while heavy duty recovery equipment was mobilised to remove the crashed vehicles that obstructed the highway.
“Through coordinated traffic control measures, the Corps operatives prevented a potential gridlock and restored normal traffic flow along the busy AYA–Nyanya corridor. Following the successful rescue and evacuation of victims, vehicles involved in the crash were handed over to Karu Police Division for further investigation,” Kalu stated in the statement.
She stated that the Corps Marshal, Federal Road Safety Corps, Shehu Mohammed at whose instance, the rescue and clearance of obstructions were carried out, re-echoed FRSC’s commitment to protecting lives on Nigerian roads through rapid emergency response, professional rescue operations, and effective traffic management.
He therefore urged motorists, particularly drivers of heavyduty vehicles, to maintain safe speed limits, observe proper lane discipline, and remain vigilant at all times to prevent avoidable crashes.
