The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has announced plans to challenge a Federal High Court judgment in Kano that restricted its enforcement activities on roads managed by the Kano State Government and local government councils.
In a statement issued by the Kano Sector Command, the Corps clarified that the ruling does not affect its legal authority to enforce traffic regulations on federal highways across the state.
The FRSC said the clarification became necessary following widespread public reactions and social media discussions that it believes have misrepresented the scope of the court’s decision.
The judgment, delivered by Justice M. S. Shuaibu of the Federal High Court in Kano, held that the Corps does not have the legal authority to carry out enforcement operations on roads under the control of the state and local governments.
The case was filed by Kano-based lawyer Abba Hikima, who challenged the legality of the FRSC’s operations after he was reportedly stopped and delayed by officers on a township road in July 2025.
The court restrained the Corps from stopping or interfering with motorists on state and local government roads without proper legal backing. It also ordered the FRSC to issue a public apology in a national newspaper and awarded the plaintiff ₦800,000 as damages and litigation costs.
Responding to the verdict, the FRSC stated that it respects the judiciary and remains committed to the rule of law. However, it maintained that the decision does not invalidate the powers granted to the agency under the FRSC (Establishment) Act, 2007, particularly regarding enforcement on federal roads.
The Corps listed several federal highways in Kano where it will continue to carry out its statutory responsibilities, insisting that its operations on those routes remain fully lawful.
It also warned members of the public against social media posts encouraging motorists to disregard or confront FRSC personnel, describing such messages as misleading and potentially harmful to public safety.
According to the Corps, it identified procedural concerns in the court proceedings and believes its defence was not adequately considered before the judgment was delivered.
The FRSC confirmed that it has begun the appeal process and will continue carrying out its lawful duties on federal highways in Kano State while awaiting the outcome of the case.
The agency also urged motorists to obey traffic regulations, cooperate with FRSC officials performing legitimate duties, and avoid actions capable of obstructing law enforcement officers.
