Anambra Stakeholders Unite to Support Traffic Management During Ember Months

In preparation for the Christmas season and the expected increase in traffic, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Anambra State Command, held a stakeholders' meeting at the Onitsha Unit Command. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss strategies for managing traffic congestion at the Bridge Head during the holiday season.

The meeting was attended by representatives from various transport companies, law enforcement agencies, and other stakeholders. The aim was to promote collaboration and synergy for effective traffic management and to ensure free vehicular movement during the ember month period.

Sector Commander, Corps Commander Bridget Asekhauno, emphasized the importance of teamwork, idea sharing, and coordination to achieve a seamless operation during the ember months. She urged drivers to exercise patience and avoid reckless driving behaviors, highlighting the need to refrain from illegal parking and loading/unloading by commercial drivers.

The meeting also covered the deployment of tow trucks for the prompt removal of broken-down vehicles, clearing of obstructions, and also reminded drivers to prioritize road safety.

Participants, including members from the Police, Anambra State Traffic Management Agency (ATMA), and representatives of transport companies, made valuable contributions and shared practical suggestions to improve traffic flow in the command area.

The Unit Head of Operations, Onitsha, expressed appreciation to the Sector Commander for organizing the initiative and urged all participants to implement the discussions to ensure smooth traffic flow during the ember months.

All stakeholders pledged to work in harmony with the Corps to achieve a successful traffic management operation during the festive season.