PFN President vows to defy proposed restriction on preaching
The clarification followed public criticism after reports that the Senate passed the Federal Road Safety Corps (Amendment) Bill, 2026, which proposes a ₦50,000 fine for anyone convicted of hawking, trading or preaching inside commercial vehicles.
According to a statement issued by the Directorate of Media and Public Affairs in the Office of the Senate Leader, the prohibition of preaching, hawking and trading inside commercial vehicles has existed under the FRSC Act and the National Road Traffic Regulations since 2007.
His comments come amid growing reactions from Christian leaders over reports that the ongoing amendment to the Federal Road Safety Commission, FRSC, Establishment Act would impose penalties on individuals who preach, hawk or engage in unsolicited religious activities inside commercial vehicles.
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