In July, a mob attacked the FRSC facility and set fire to two of their operational vehicles.
in Hadejia, Jigawa State, has resumed operation five months after a mob attacked its facility and razed two of its operational vehicles.
In July, motorcycle riders occupied major streets in the town to protest alleged extortion by officers and men of the FRSC. The protesters later burnt two patrol vehicles packed at the premises of the FRSC.“This is five months since our operational vehicles were razed and the local government chairman saw the need and donated one to us, we are fully returning to our official duties and we are calling on the residents for cooperation and understanding, Mr Adamu said.
Meanwhile, Civil Society Organisations and Community-Based Organisations under the coalition of PILGOB have commended the council chairman for the provision of the patrol vehicle.The secretary of PILGOB, Ahmed Ilallah, said the clash between the Road Safety personnel and some motorcycle riders crippled the activities of the FRSC in the area.
“They called the general public to deceit from taking laws with their hands, in case with of any disagreement, we should please report to the relevant authority, Mr Ilallah said.
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