Stop intimidating bicycle riders on Abia roads – FRSC warns motorists

The Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, Abia State Sector Command has cautioned motorists against harassing cyclists riding on Abia roads, but to give them adequate space and respect.

The Sector Commander of FRSC in Abia State, Ngozi Ezeoma gave the caution on Wednesday in Umuahia during the celebration of United Nations World Cycling Day 2026.

She observed that cyclists struggle to have enough riding space on roads as they were either denied space or disrespected by motorists.

Ezeoma urged governors, local government chairmen and urban planners across the country to prioritize the interests of cyclists by ensuring that roads and the streets are not only designed for the cars, but for the bicycle riders.

Ezeoma, who said that the use of bicycle reduces air pollution and road congestion, said that it enhances good health for the citizens.

“Motorists must give cyclists adequate space and treat them with courtesy and respect.

“I also urge the state governments, LG chairmen, urban planners, and development partners to prioritize cycling-friendly infrastructure as part of sustainable urban development and also to design streets for people, not just for cars”, the Abia  FRSC Sector Commander said.

She, however, said that cyclists must obey traffic rules, wear helmet and reflective clothing to be visible on the roads.

Also in  his speech, Abia State Commissioner for Transport, Chimezie Ukaegbu urged Abia citizens, especially the youths to embrace cycling as a means of transportation, in order to reduce carbon emissions and to reduce dependence on fossil fuel.