Kogi Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Sector Commander, Samuel Oyedeji, has advised Nigerians to engage in cycling to keep fit and deal with minor ailments.
He spoke on the occasion of the World Bicycle Day in Lokoja.
The sector commander, who led a team of officers and men of the corps as well as members of the cycling association on a ride of some streets within the metropolis, described the experience as “very good encouraging.”
Oyedeji also described this year’s topic, “Promoting Health, Equity and Sustainability through Cycling,” as apt. He noted that cyclists were one of the unprotected road users that must be adequately cared for while on the highway.
The FRSC official said: “For centuries, the bicycle has been a simple, affordable, reliable, clean, environmentally fit and sustainable means of transportation, fostering environmental stewardship and health.
“What some people don’t know is that through bicycle usage, many health challenges could be avoided. “Today (yesterday), we the staff members of FRSC Kogi Sector Command and the cyclist association in the state are riding around the town.
“It is to showcase the usefulness and advantages derivable from riding a bicycle to commemorate the World Bicycle Day in Kogi.”
