FRSC deploys 1,889 personnel for Eid-el-Kabir in Kano

The Kano State Sector Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps has deployed no fewer than 1,889 personnel for a week-long special patrol operation ahead of the 2026 Eid El-Kabir celebrations.

The Sector command’s Public Relations Officer, Abdullahi Labaran, disclosed this in a statement released on Sunday.

“The deployment of over 1,889 personnel comprising Regular and Special Marshals across the state will ensure safer roads, smooth traffic flow, and prompt emergency response services,” the statement said.

According to the statement , the special patrol operations, which commenced on 25th May and run through 31st May 2026, form part of the Corps’ strategic operational activities usually carried out during festive periods characterised by increased vehicular movement and heavy traffic on major highways.

The Sector Commander, Idris Lawal, stated that the operation is aimed at reducing road traffic crashes, fatalities, traffic congestion, and other highway emergencies during the Sallah celebrations.

Lawal noted that the Command has adequately mobilized personnel and operational logistics to ensure effective monitoring and enforcement on critical routes and identified flashpoints across the state.

According to him, the command has deployed 24 patrol vehicles, 4 ambulances, 1 heavy-duty tow truck, 2 operational motorcycles, radar guns, breathalysers, and other traffic management facilities to strategic locations for rapid response and operational efficiency.

The sector commander further disclosed that all Unit Commanders and the 44 Local Government Station Officers have been directed to sustain aggressive visibility patrols and maintain full operational coverage throughout the exercise.

He explained that the special patrol would focus on critical traffic offences including excessive speed, dangerous driving, wrongful overtaking, overloading, lane indiscipline, use of mobile phones while driving, operation of mechanically deficient vehicles, expired and worn-out tyres, passenger manifest violations, and other offences known to contribute to fatal crashes.

To strengthen enforcement and ensure compliance with traffic regulations, mobile courts will remain fully operational across the state for speedy prosecution of traffic offenders, while emergency rescue teams have been placed on maximum alert to respond promptly to distress situations

The operations will run on shift basis to guarantee 24-hour patrol and rescue coverage along major highways and critical corridors within the state, with special night rescue teams strategically positioned for emergency interventions.

The Command therefore called on motorists and other road users to exercise patience, discipline, and strict adherence to traffic regulations by avoiding excessive speed, dangerous overtaking, and all forms of unsafe road behaviours capable of endangering lives and property.

“Members of the public are equally encouraged to cooperate with personnel deployed on the highways and make use of the FRSC toll-free emergency number 122 to report crashes, obstructions, or any traffic-related emergencies for immediate assistance,” the statement added.

While reassuring the motoring public of the Corps’ commitment towards safer roads during and after the festive period, the Sector Commander wished all Muslim faithful and residents of Kano state a peaceful, safe, and crash-free Eid El-Kabir celebration.

Id el Kabir, also known as Eid al-Adha or the Festival of Sacrifice, is one of the most significant celebrations in Islam.

The festival commemorates the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son in obedience to Allah’s command before Allah provided a ram as a substitute.