The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has handed over the sum of N1,120,000 recovered from a fatal road crash to the family of a deceased motorist, in what it described as part of its commitment to integrity, transparency and professionalism.
In a statement by the FRSC, the crash occurred on April 11, 2026, at Idu Village along the Gegu–Abaji route and involved a Toyota Corolla with registration number GWP418CV and a Volkswagen Golf with registration number RBC220DG.
The driver of the Volkswagen Golf, Mallam Aliyu Mohammed Bala, sustained serious injuries in the crash and was later confirmed dead at the hospital despite efforts to save his life.
During the rescue operation carried out by the FRSC Zebra Team, the sum of N1,120,000, along with other personal valuables was carefully recovered from the scene and properly documented in line with standard operational procedures.
At a solemn event held at the Command on April 20, 2026, the Corps formally handed over the recovered money to the family of the deceased.
The elder brother of the late driver, Mr. Bala Yakubu, received the money on behalf of the family in the presence of witnesses, including N. Yusuf and Aminu Mahmud Maku.
The handover was conducted by the Ag. Unit Commander, Chief Route Commander RC Ojonugwa E. Ejah, alongside other senior officers of the Command.
The Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, while describing the gesture as a reflection of the Corps’ ethical standards, said it reinforces accountability within the agency.
He also extended condolences to the bereaved family, noting that the entire management and staff of the Corps sympathised with them and prayed for the peaceful repose of the deceased.