THE Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Delta Command, has urged motorists to cooperate with all traffic managers to ensure free flow of traffic during the Yuletide, especially as the newly constructed Second Niger Bridge linking Delta and Anambra states opens for public use between December 15 and January 15, next year.
The Sector Commander, Mr. Bassey Esiet, said a statement that the corps would collaborate with all relevant agencies to avert the usual gridlock along the First Niger Bridge, adding that the temporary opening of the Second Niger Bridge was to ease the traffic load and ensure that travellers get to their destination on time.
“Sequel to the commencement of the temporary opening of the Second Niger Bridge from December 15 2022 to January 15 2023, FRSC, Delta Corps Command, wishes to notify the motoring public that from December 15, the Second Niger Bridge will be opened to vehicles coming from West to East through Asaba.
“However, from January 2, 2023, only vehicles coming from the East to West will be allowed to use the Second Niger Bridge.
“Members of the public are also informed that heavy duty trucks and trailers will not be allowed to use the new bridge,” he said.
Esiet urged motorists to avoid speeding, overloading, use of unsafe tyres and driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs to arrive alive.
