Details of new FRSC Amendment Bill 2026 Passed by The Senate
The Nigerian Senate has passed the Federal Road Safety Corps (Amendment) Bill, 2026*.
The bill introduces tougher penalties for traffic offences and now awaits presidential assent.
Key new fines if signed into law:
1. N100,000 fine
For failure to obey traffic lights, road signs, pavement or road markings.
Also applies to speed limit violations, reckless driving, and driving under the influence of alcohol/drugs.
2. N50,000 fine
For hawking, trading or preaching inside commercial buses.
The Senate says this is to reduce distractions and improve commuter safety.
3. N50,000 fine or 6 months imprisonment, or both
For refusing to cooperate with FRSC officials during roadside breath tests.
The amendment aims to strengthen road safety enforcement and reduce crashes across Nigeria.
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