FRSC Zone 12 arrest 226 drivers for overloading 

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Zone 12, comprising Bauchi, Borno and Yobe states, headquartered in Bauchi, has arrested 226 commercial vehicle drivers for the offence of overloading.

The development followed the launching of a major operation to combat the rampant cases of overloading in the North-Eastern part of Nigeria.

Codenamed ‘Operation Shed Weights’, the ongoing intervention patrol, which started in August 2025, has resulted in the arrest of 226 overloaded vehicles from August through the 2nd week of September 2025.

Overloading, which includes carrying excess goods, passengers, or animals beyond a vehicle’s capacity, is a significant contributor to road traffic crashes and fatalities.

The operation is a direct response to the endemic nature of this offence in the subregion as the apprehended vehicles were found to be in violation of traffic regulations,188 (1) & (2) of the National Road Traffic Regulation (NRTR) 2022 as amended, posing a serious risk to all road users.

The Zonal Commander, ACM Yakubu Mohammad, is urging the public, particularly passengers, to take an active role in ensuring their safety.

The Zonal Command emphasised that passengers have the right to resist being overloaded in any vehicle.

By refusing to travel in an overloaded vehicle, individuals can not only protect themselves but also help the Command in its enforcement efforts.

The Zonal Command reaffirms its commitment to the vigorous enforcement of traffic laws. It assures the public that it will continue to arrest vehicles found with excess goods, humans, or animals.

The zero-tolerance approach is a key part of the broader strategy mapped out by the Zonal Command to enhance road safety and reduce the incidence of crashes caused by overloaded vehicles.

Furthermore, the Zonal Command has charged all the Sector Commands to rededicate efforts in providing prompt and effective responses to road traffic emergencies in Bauchi, Borno and Yobe states.

The public is encouraged to use the emergency contact number 122  to report any road traffic crash or dangerous situations on the road.

The Zonal Commanding Officer wishes all motorists in the state safe travels.