#OBSCURELEGALFACTS BY AROME ABU

In Nigeria, the use of communication device while driving is generally prohibited.

EXCEPTIONS
1. Using the device to call the police, fire service, ambulance or other emergency service; or

2. acting in response to a genuine emergency.

PENALTY
Fine of N5,000

ADDITIONAL
Psychiatric evaluation

See Section 10(4)(ff) of the FRSC Act

See also Reg 166 of the National Road Traffic (Amendment) Regulation.

Arome Abu is the Managing Partner of TCLP.

CAVEAT: Note that this information is provided for general enlightenment purposes and is not intended to be any form of legal advice.

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