Claims Against Government Arising from Vehicle Accidents
A claim for compensation for damage or injury arising from an accident should be promptly acknowledged by the Director, Administration and Supplies. After receipt of a claim and with the consent of the owner of the vehicle or property or the owner's representative, a competent person should be requested to inspect the damaged vehicle or property to which the claim relates.
Reference: Federal Government Financial Regulations, FR 2016–2017
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Where an accident is brought to the notice of the Police under the stated Road Traffic Act provision, the Director, Administration and Supplies should obtain a police report and a statement on whether any person is being prosecuted, and should request the result of such prosecution where available.
Reference: FR 2018
On receipt of the Accounting Officer's report, the Federal Ministry of Finance is responsible for subsequent action on civil claims and refers the papers to law officers for advice on whether Government should institute a claim against any person or admit liability for a claim against Government for accident-related damage or injury.
Reference: FR 2025