FCT Police Warn One-Way Drivers: Intensify Enforcement Against Traffic Violations

• The FCT Police Command has warned motorists against driving against traffic and other violations, threatening arrest and prosecution.
• Commissioner Ahmed Sanusi stated that no individual, regardless of status or connections, will be exempt from penalties for traffic offenses.
• Enforcement operations will be intensified by the Motor Traffic Department, Divisional Traffic Officers, and other agencies, with immediate arrest and prosecution ordered for offenders.
• Police also cautioned their own enforcement officers against extortion, promising disciplinary action for any misconduct.
• Motorists are urged to prioritize safety by obeying traffic signs and instructions, as reckless driving poses significant risks.

No individual, regardless of their social standing, official position, or personal connections, will be immune from the consequences of traffic violations.

The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has issued a stern warning to motorists, signaling an intensified enforcement campaign against driving against traffic, commonly known as one-way driving. This directive, announced on Monday, November 9, 2026, also extends to those who disregard traffic signs and bypass designated diversions, particularly in areas with ongoing road construction or restricted movement. The police expressed significant concern over what they describe as a growing disregard for established traffic regulations by some drivers within the FCT.

The official statement, released by the FCT Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Josephine Adeh, underscored the command's commitment to ensuring order on Abuja's roads. This renewed focus on traffic discipline aims to curb dangerous driving practices that contribute to congestion and accidents. Motorists are now facing a heightened risk of arrest and prosecution should they be found flouting these critical rules, as authorities move to implement a stricter regime of compliance.

In a significant declaration, Commissioner of Police Ahmed Sanusi explicitly stated that no individual, regardless of their social standing, official position, or personal connections, will be immune from the consequences of traffic violations. This firm stance directly addresses concerns about political influence potentially shielding offenders from justice in Abuja traffic violation prosecution. Sanusi warned that attempts to contact senior police officers, government officials, or other influential personalities would not prevent the prosecution of those caught violating traffic laws.

To bolster this commitment, Commissioner Sanusi has issued clear directives to the Motor Traffic Department and all Divisional Traffic Officers. They are mandated to collaborate closely with the Federal Road Safety Corps and other relevant traffic management agencies to significantly intensify enforcement operations across the territory. This includes an order for the immediate arrest and prosecution of any motorist found driving against traffic or failing to adhere to lawful traffic directions, reinforcing Nigeria driving against traffic law. Furthermore, Sanusi cautioned enforcement officers against engaging in extortion, threatening disciplinary action in accordance with existing police rules for any personnel found to be involved in such misconduct.

The FCT police traffic regulations are being enforced with a renewed emphasis on public safety, urging motorists to prioritize adherence to rules over perceived time savings. The command highlighted that the few minutes potentially gained through reckless driving do not justify the severe risks of property damage or loss of life. This latest warning echoes a similar directive issued earlier in August 2026, when the Command also cautioned against one-way driving, reckless behavior, and other infractions known to cause accidents, traffic congestion, and fatalities.

That previous warning also stemmed from a directive by CP Ahmed Sanusi, who had instructed all Divisional Police Officers and personnel of the Motor Traffic Division to step up the enforcement of traffic laws throughout the FCT. Beyond traffic enforcement, the police also took the opportunity to remind residents to maintain security consciousness and report any suspicious individuals or activities to their nearest police station. Motorists are encouraged to exercise patience, meticulously obey all traffic signs, and follow instructions provided by traffic officers to ensure a safer environment for everyone.

Lawyers advising clients in the FCT should note the intensified enforcement and prosecution of traffic violations, particularly one-way driving. The police commissioner explicitly stated that political influence will not exempt offenders, indicating a stricter stance that clients need to be aware of to avoid prosecution.

Source: Original reporting via Punch Newspapers