The Directorate of Road Traffic Services, Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has engaged dispatch riders in a workshop to sensitive them more on safety measures while on the road.
This followed the continued risk and other traffic hazards motorcycles riders are exposed
Speaking at one – day workshop organiser by DRTS in collaboration with Bolt Nigeria on Thursday, mandate secretary FCT Transportation Secretariat, Elechi Amadi said there are rising cases of accidents involving motorcycles, often resulting from a lack of awareness of road safety regulations.
He pointed out that the rising cases of accidents involving motorcycles were largely due to the non-compliance to basic traffic laws and high-pressure work conditions.
Amadi, therefore charged the dispatch riders to make personal commitment in contributing to safer roads by fostering a culture of professionalism in the delivery sector.
“This initiative is in alignment with our broader vision for the transportation system in the FCT. Our mission is to ensure that all road users irrespective of the means can navigate our roads safely. The FCT Public Transport Management Scheme, PTMS, was designed to regulate and standardize transport operations, including delivery services, through digital solutions, training, and vehicle certification.
“Whether it is the delivery of food, parcels, or essential goods, riders play an indispensable role in ensuring that businesses thrive and that the needs of residents are met efficiently. However, this vital role also comes with its unique set of challenges, particularly looking at safety of their operations on our roads.”
Director of FCT Department of Road Traffic Services, Dr. Abdullateef Bello, said the workshop had become necessary seeing that the services of delivery motorcycle riders are fast becoming an integral part of our urban mobility ecosystem.
He noted that with the growth of e-commerce and the demand for swift deliveries, riders have been playing critical roles in ensuring that small parcel goods and services are delivered efficiently across the FCT.
