The Federal Road safety Commission FRSC in Taraba State has commenced the commemoration of the the 2026 Road Traffic crash victims Remembrance week and hilighted the extend of crashes in the the State with enormous and severe quensiqences.
Addressing newsmen on Thursday November 12th, 2026 at the Press Center in Jalingo the State Capital during the World Day of remembrance for road Traffic victims
the Corps Commander of the FRSC in Taraba State CC Anna Attah noted that the occasion was aimed at
remembering thousands of lives lost to road traffic crashes, the families whose lives have been permanently altered, and survivors who continue to live with physical, emotional and psychological scars.
She said the theme for this year’s commemoration is “A Light that Unites Us” alongside the global message, “REMEMBER, SUPPORT and ACT”.
The Commander stated that the week is more than a period of remembrance; it is a solemn reminder that behind every road traffic crash it is a statistic in human being, someone’s father, mother, husband, wife, child, brother, sister or friend.
“Every life lost represents a dream cut short, a family thrown into mourning, and a future that may never be fulfilled” the Commander said.
Anna Attah further explained that For those who survived, the journey does not always end at the crash scene Many continue to battle disabilities, trauma, financial difficulties and the painful memories of what happened.
“As we remember the victims, we must also ask ourselves an important question: Must we continue to lose precious lives on our roads when many of these crashes are preventable?,
Globally, over 50 million people have lost their lives in road traffic crashes since the first recorded road death, with hundreds of millions sustaining injuries” She oberved.
She explained that this remains a major public health and development challenge, particularly for children and young people and it is against this background that the United Nations Decade of Action for Road Safety 2021-2030 seeks to achieve a 50 percent reduction in road traffic deaths and injuries by 2030.
Highlighting Nigeria’s road traffic crash statistics, which underscore the urgency of collective responsibility the Commsnder disclosed that
In 2023, Nigeria recorded 10,617 crashes, resulting in 5,081 deaths and 31,874 injuries and
in 2024, crashes reduced to 9,570, representing a 10 per cent decline, but fatalities increased by 7 percent to 5,421, while 31,154 persons sustained injuries.
while In 2025, 10.446 crashes were recorded, claiming 5,289 lives and injuring 33,400 persons and
between January and September 2026, 7.156 crashes were recorded. resulting in 3.445 deaths and 22,292 injuries.
“In Taraba State, between January to October, 2026. 115 crashes
took place and communities thrown into grief, due to Excessive speed and dangerous driving.
She said driving behaviors remained a major contributor to road traffic crashes,every reckless decision on the road has the potential to extinguish a life and leave behind a family in perpetual sorrow.
“We must therefore recognize road safety as both a collective responsibility and a moral obligation,
road traffic crashes do not happen by accident alone Many are linked to human errors and deliberate violations of traffic regulations, excessive speeding, dangerous overtaking, distracted driving, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, overloading, fatique, poor vehicle maintenance and disregard to traffic signs and signals” she pointed.
According to her the responsibility for safer roads belongs to all by engaging in save system approach nothing that Government agencies must strengthen road safety policies and enforcement.
Transport operators must prioritize safety over profit, Drivers must exercise discipline and responsibility, while passengers and pedestrians must also play their part in promoting safe road use.
“As a Corps dedicated to saving lives on Nigerian roads, the Federal Road Safety Corps remains committed to its mandate of reducing road traffic crashes and creating safer motoring environments for all road users” She assured.
She said enforcement alone cannot guarantee safety, we need a change of attitude, a change of behaviour and a collective commitment to responsible road use.
“This year’s global message, “REMEMBER, SUPPORT, ACT”, captures exactly what this week represents to
REMEMBER those who have lost their lives and honour their memories,
SUPPORT crash survivors, bereaved families and everyone affected by road traffic crashes. and
act by making responsible choices by obeying traffic regulations and advocating safer roads.
“We must also recognize the courage and dedication of first responders, FRSC personnel, medical professionals, emergency rescue teams and other stakeholders.We must also recognize the courage and dedication of first responders, FRSC who work tirelessly to save lives and assist crash victims CC Attah noted.
The Commander warned that the highway is not a racetrack and it is better to arrive safely late and as the week is being observed
Let the people make a personal commitment to protect lives, respect other road users and ensure that no family experiences the avoidable pain of losing a loved one to a road traffic crash.
“Our message is simple: Remember the victims, Support the survivors. Act to prevent another tragedy.
Because every life matters, every journey counts, and every road user deserves to
arrive alive” the commander urges.
She appreciated the State Government under the leadership of His Excellency Dr. Agbu Kefas and his Cabinet for the logistic support for Federal Road Safety Corps, Taraba Sector Command towards ensuring safety of lives and property in Taraba State.
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