FRSC Deploys 2,500 Operatives, 50 Vehicles for Osun Governorship Election

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has deployed 2,500 personnel and 50 operational vehicles across Osun State ahead of Saturday’s governorship election to maintain traffic order and enforce movement restrictions.

The deployment spans all three senatorial districts and operational units in the state, aiming to ensure effective traffic control, emergency response, clearance of road obstructions, and strict adherence to election-day traffic guidelines.

According to a statement issued on Friday by the Deputy Corps Commander and Corps Public Education Officer, Osondu Ohaeri, the deployment consists of 2,300 personnel drawn from the Osun Sector Command, alongside 50 officers each from neighboring Ondo, Ekiti, Oyo, and Ogun state commands.

The operational fleet features seven heavy-duty tow trucks and six ambulances strategically positioned at critical points to handle swift rescue operations and logistics management.

Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed affirmed that the agency’s primary mandate is to ensure public roads remain safe and orderly while providing security support within its statutory boundaries. He assured the public that officers will execute their duties with strict neutrality, professionalism, and respect for fundamental human rights.

As part of election preparations, the FRSC is conducting pre-deployment safety checks on fleet vehicles contracted to transport electoral materials for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Additionally, corps members participated in a joint training workshop alongside the Nigeria Police Force, Department of State Services (DSS), and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) to coordinate security protocols.

Enforcement of the election-day movement restriction will officially commence at 6:00 AM on Saturday, August 15, 2026. Motorists and transport operators have been advised to plan their travels accordingly, comply with traffic regulations, and avoid restricted routes throughout the voting period.