The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) recorded 7,156 road traffic crashes, resulting in 3,445 deaths and 22,292 injuries across Nigeria between January and September 2026.
Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed, represented by Jigawa Sector Commander Usman Masa’udu-Matazu, disclosed the figures on Monday during a press briefing to commemorate the 2026 World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Crash Victims in Dutse.
Mohammed identified excessive speed and reckless driving as the primary causes of the incidents, while highlighting historical data showing 10,446 crashes with 5,289 deaths in 2025, 9,570 crashes with 5,421 deaths in 2024, and 10,617 crashes with 5,081 deaths in 2023.
The FRSC stated that commemorative activities under the theme “A Light That Unites Us” will run through November 15 to advocate support for victims and promote evidence-based safety measures.
The corps reaffirmed its commitment to the Marrakech Declaration on Road Safety, emphasizing data-driven enforcement at high-risk locations and expanded public enlightenment campaigns across transport networks.
