Murkomen Blames High Number of Road Accidents to Traffic Indiscipline
In a recent statement, Roads and Transport Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen expressed concern over the increasing number of road accidents in Kenya. He attributed this rise in accidents to traffic indiscipline among motorists. Murkomen emphasized the importance of adhering to traffic rules and regulations to prevent road carnages.
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According to Murkomen, one of the significant causes of road accidents is the disregard for traffic rules, such as overloading vehicles. He highlighted the issue of boda bodas, which are meant to carry only one passenger and require the passenger to wear a helmet. However, some individuals choose to overload boda bodas with multiple passengers, including their entire families. The CS emphasized that such actions contribute to the loss of lives on the roads.
Murkomen called on Kenyans to take collective responsibility in ensuring road safety. He stressed that passengers also have a responsibility to prioritize their safety and adhere to traffic regulations. The CS mentioned that the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) and the National Police Service (NPS) are working together to enforce traffic rules and educate citizens on road safety protocols.
The recent statement by Murkomen comes after a tragic accident along the Busia-Kisumu highway involving an oil tanker and a bus, which resulted in the loss of two lives and several injuries. The CS attributed this accident to lane indiscipline by the oil trailer.
It is important to note that while Murkomen blames traffic indiscipline for the high number of road accidents, specific data or statistics were not provided in the article. The impact of traffic indiscipline on road safety should be further investigated and addressed through appropriate measures, including increased enforcement of traffic rules and public awareness campaigns.
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In conclusion, Roads and Transport Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has attributed the rising number of road accidents in Kenya to traffic indiscipline among motorists. He emphasized the need for collective responsibility and adherence to traffic rules to ensure road safety. While specific data was not provided in the article, the issue of traffic indiscipline warrants further attention and action to prevent road accidents and protect the lives of road users.
