The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has announced the deployment of 1,500 personnel to ensure a hitch-free Ondo State governorship election scheduled for November 16, 2024.
This move is part of a broader collaboration with other security agencies to enforce compliance with vehicular movement restrictions on election day.
According to a statement issued on Thursday by Assistant Corps Marshal and Corps Public Education Officer, Olusegun Ogungbemide, the FRSC is committed to maintaining order throughout the election process.
“The directive issued by the Corps Marshal also mandated the Personnel to clear obstructions from the roads, carry out rescue operations in case of emergencies, and maintain orderliness in polling booths,” Ogungbemide stated.
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Deployment Details
– Personnel: 1,500 FRSC operatives
– Vehicles: 25 patrol vehicles, 7 tow trucks, and 6 ambulances
Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed urged the deployed officers to exhibit the highest level of professionalism and respect the rights of all voters. “Avoid any act that could lead to abuse of the rights of electorates,” Mohammed warned.
The FRSC has called on the electorate to comply with the vehicular movement restrictions and cooperate with officials to facilitate a free and fair electoral process.
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