The Senate has passed the Federal Road Safety Corps (Amendment) Bill, 2026, proposing stiffer penalties for a wide range of traffic offences, including a ₦50,000 fine for anyone convicted of hawking, trading or preaching inside commercial vehicles. The bill, which is awaiting presidential assent, is aimed at strengthening road safety enforcement and reducing accidents across the country.
Under the proposed legislation, motorists who refuse to cooperate with Federal Road Safety Corps officials during roadside breath tests conducted on reasonable suspicion will face a ₦50,000 fine, six months’ imprisonment, or both. The Senate said the provision was introduced to enhance compliance with traffic laws and improve road safety.
The bill also increases the penalty for driving under the influence of alcohol or intoxicating drugs from ₦5,000 to ₦100,000, with offenders liable to up to two years’ imprisonment or both. Similarly, violations such as speeding, reckless driving, disobeying traffic lights, road signs and other traffic control devices will now attract fines of up to ₦100,000, alongside possible jail terms for some offences.
Lawmakers said the amendment updates the existing road traffic laws to reflect current realities and strengthen the enforcement powers of the FRSC. The revised schedule lists 52 traffic offences with corresponding penalties, as the Senate seeks to improve compliance with traffic regulations and enhance the safety of motorists and other road users nationwide.