The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Katsina State has reiterated its commitment to safety and human dignity following the interception of an overloaded tricycle transporting 20 passengers, including breastfeeding mothers and children, along a major road in Katsina.

The incident occurred on the morning of Tuesday, 17th June 2025, when the Sector Commander, Corps Commander Maxwell Kaltungo Lede, personally spotted the tricycle—bearing number plate MAN 400 WU and body code 4098—while on his way to the office.

According to reports, the rider of the tricycle claimed he was assisting stranded passengers whose vehicle had broken down. However, the Sector Commander condemned the act, describing it as an inhumane and dangerous mode of transportation.

In response, Corps Commander Lede arranged alternative transport for the passengers to ensure their safety and uphold their dignity.

“This action underscores the FRSC’s dedication not just to enforcement, but to protecting human lives and promoting safe, dignified transportation,” Lede stated.

He cautioned transport operators against overloading, regardless of the situation, urging them to prioritize passenger safety and comfort. He stressed that respect for human dignity must remain a central principle of commercial transport operations.

The Sector Commander also acknowledged the critical role of tricycles in urban and last-mile transportation, especially in areas that are inaccessible to larger vehicles. He noted that tricycles offer door-to-door services and create employment for youths, mechanics, and vulcanizers—thereby contributing to poverty alleviation.

“While the Corps enforces the law, we also recognize the value tricycles add to the economy. However, this must be balanced with the need for safety and human dignity,” he said.

Commander Lede assured the public that the FRSC will continue to engage transport unions to promote responsible practices across Katsina State.

He further called on all stakeholders to support the Katsina State Government’s infrastructural efforts by embracing safe and respectful road use.

“Road safety is everyone’s business. The government has made significant investments in infrastructure, and it is only right that we play our part by promoting a safer, more respectful, and prosperous environment for all,” he added.

Signed:
Deputy Route Commander
Shamsudeen Babajo
Sector Public Education Officer
For: Sector Commander, FRSC Katsina State Command