The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has deployed 1,500 personnel and 25 patrol vehicles for the November 16 governorship election in Ondo State.
In a statement issued by the Corps Public Education Officer (CPEO), Olusegun Ogungbemide, on Thursday, the FRSC Corps Marshal, Malam Shehu Mohammed, said the Corps will work alongside other security agencies to ensure compliance with restriction of movement during the election.
The deployment includes 7 tow trucks and 6 ambulances, all intended to aid in emergency response, obstruction removal, and maintaining order at polling units.
โAdequate mobilisation has also been made for personnel and operational tools, including deployment of 25 patrol vehicles, 7 tow trucks, as well as 6 ambulances.
โThis is to also strengthen enforcement of restrictions during the entire process of the election,โ he said.
The Corps Marshal further advised FRSC personnel to maintain professionalism and respect the rights of the electorate throughout the operation.