Auto Accident: FG Will Enact New Rules Regarding Safety Kits For Cars

In order to guarantee that drivers fully comply with the usage of vehicle safety kits, the Federal Government has disclosed its intentions to implement new regulations in the transportation sector.

This was revealed on Thursday in Abuja by the Minister of Transportation, Saidu Alkali, at a road safety and car safety kit usage awareness program hosted by the Road Transport Employers Association of Nigeria.

During the programme organised in collaboration with West Africa Automobile Services Limited, a company registered in Egypt to produce safety kits; the minister revealed that countless lives could be saved if drivers abide by simple road etiquette.

The Minister who was represented by the Director, Road Transport and Mass Transit Administration in the ministry, Musa Ibrahim, said, “This initiative is a welcome development. We want to thank President Bola Tinubu for creating an investment atmosphere to allow our brothers from West Africa Automobile Services Limited to come to the country to invest.

“We will ensure that in no distance time, we will put in a policy to aid the use of safety kits and make the scheme a success. We know the number of lives that would have been safe if there were safety kits.”

President of the RTEAN, Musa Maitakobi, said the intention of the collaboration and launch of the kits is to transfer the investment to the Nigerian economy.

Maitakobi who was represented by the Deputy RTEAN President, Muhammad Bushara, noted that by strategically partnering with businesses, individuals, and community organizations, the association aims to raise awareness of the importance of having Automobiles Safety Kits in every vehicle.

He said, “We would encourage car owners and drivers to equip their vehicles with comprehensive safety kits, educate individuals about the essential components that contribute to a well-equipped safety kit, and promote safe driving practices and responsible ownership by emphasising the importance of preventive measures.

“The launch of this initiative is a significant milestone for us. It represents our unwavering dedication to promoting road safety and reducing the occurrence of preventable accidents. We are confident that by making these safety kits easily accessible to all vehicle owners, both private, state, and federal government, we can make a substantial impact on protecting lives and enhancing the overall safety culture within our country,”

In addition, he mentioned that the car safety kit includes warning triangles, traffic cones, safety helmets, and reflective vests to improve visibility and notify other drivers in the event of an accident or breakdown.

First aid supplies, such as bandages, antiseptics, and items for wound dressing, are additional components that help provide prompt medical attention in the event of an injury.