Rampant Corruption Allegations Surface in Port Harcourt Road Safety Command

Allegations of widespread corruption have emerged from the Port Harcourt command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), with a particular officer, Imobhio Evans Damian, being at the centre of the accusations. According to a detailed account shared by activist Comrade Phil on Facebook, Officer Damian is allegedly extorting motorists, especially truck owners, and collecting fines into his personal bank account.

In a video recording to be released soon, Damian reportedly claims to be acting under the direct mandate of the Section Commander of the FRSC in Rivers State. He allegedly uses his position and the official tow van to impose exorbitant fines ranging from N600,000 to N700,000 on drivers, only to negotiate these down to between N100,000 and N200,000. The fines, however, are paid directly into his personal First Bank account, number 2020769765.

Phil’s post details how every attempt to reach Damian’s superiors is thwarted, suggesting collusion among officers within the command. When questioned about the irregularity of the payments, Damian purportedly insists he is following orders to meet a monthly revenue target set by his bosses, claiming he remits N3 million to the Section Commander’s office each month.

The activist’s post has sparked significant concern, with calls for the leadership of the FRSC to launch an immediate investigation into the officer’s activities. Furthermore, there are demands for the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to scrutinise the bank transfers to Damian’s account.

Comrade Phil has announced his intention to submit a formal petition to both the EFCC and the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC) next week. “Corruption may be bold in this country, but we will always find a way to get justice,” Phil asserts, urging the public to share the information and tag relevant authorities until action is taken.

These revelations have intensified the scrutiny on the FRSC in Rivers State, highlighting the need for transparency and accountability within the agency. The public eagerly awaits the response from the FRSC leadership and anti-corruption agencies as this case unfolds.