The Federal Road Safety Corps FRSC, Ekiti State Command, says it has deployed close to 2,000 personnel for traffic and safety management during the off-cycle governorship election scheduled for Saturday, June 20, 2026.
Sector Commander Corps Commander Sanya Adeoye disclosed this in a press release issued in Ado-Ekiti.
He said the deployment follows the directive of Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed and is part of FRSC’s contribution to a safe, orderly, and credible electoral process.
According to him, Over 600 vehicles belonging to transport unions and logistics operators will be inspected for roadworthiness with attention on brakes, tyres, lighting systems, fire extinguishers, and driver documents to prevent breakdowns and crashes during election logistics.
He added that FRSC officers will be deployed alongside police, NSCDC, and other agencies at polling units and strategic locations.
“Their role includes crowd control, traffic management, and ensuring safe passage for election officials, materials, voters, and observers.
“The Corps will support enforcement of the restriction of vehicular movement order on election day. Only vehicles on election duty, essential services, accredited observers, and emergency responders will be allowed passage.
