The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has recovered and safely returned the sum of ₦3,727,500 in cash alongside other valuables worth about ₦500,000 from the scene of a fatal road crash to the rightful owner.
The tragic crash occurred on Sunday, 15 March 2026, along the Zaria–Funtua Highway near Zaria Academy, involving a Toyota Corolla and a Peugeot 806 carrying a total of nine passengers.
The Corps Public Education Officer, FRSC, Felicia Kalu in a statement issued Tuesday said the unfortunate incident claimed one life at the scene, while eight others sustained varying degrees of injuries.
He noted:”Upon receiving the distress call, FRSC rescue teams responded swiftly, providing immediate first aid before evacuating the injured victims to the Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital, Shika, for urgent medical attention.
“During the rescue and post-crash clearance operation, the vigilant FRSC personnel discovered a large sum of money and other valuable items scattered across the crash site. “Demonstrating exceptional discipline and moral courage, the officers carefully secured the ₦3,727,500 and safeguarded all recovered valuables, ensuring they were protected until they could be properly returned to their rightful owners.
“In a moving moment on Monday, 16 March 2026, the Zaria Unit Commander, Chief Route Commander Nasiru A. Falgore, formally handed over the recovered money to the victims in the presence of their relatives and witnesses.
“The gesture symbolised far more than the return of cash, it reflected the ethical foundation upon which the FRSC operates and its deep commitment to protecting both lives and property on Nigerian roads.”
Commending the officers for their exemplary conduct, the Corps Marshal of FRSC, Shehu Mohammed described the act as a true reflection of the Corps’ institutional values of honesty, accountability, and service to humanity, noting that integrity remains the defining character of FRSC personnel across the country.
He commended the Zaria Unit Commander as well as Zaria operatives for upholding the highest standards of discipline and transparency.