Buckle up before it's too late: Shaniera

Philanthropist urges action on road safety

Shaniera Akram, philanthropist, activist, and wife of cricket legend Wasim Akram, recently took to Instagram with a strong message on road safety, making waves across social media. In her candid and urgent IG Story, she delivered a no-nonsense warning: "You never know when a car with an idiot driver is going to hit you out of nowhere. We have now seen it a million times."

Shaniera's message is a call to action for all drivers, urging them to buckle up and ensure their families are protected whenever they hit the road. Her words cut straight to the point, dismissing common excuses drivers often make: "So don't give me the excuse about how good of a driver you are, or you're only going around the corner or driving slow. If you and your children are not protected, the outcome could be fatal."

Known for her social activism and no-holds-barred approach to public safety issues, Shaniera's post quickly caught the attention of her followers and beyond. The post highlighted a critical and often overlooked aspect of road safety: the unpredictability of other drivers. Shaniera's stance is clear—no matter how skilled or careful you think you are behind the wheel, the actions of others are beyond your control.

Her poignant reminder comes at a time when road safety incidents are alarmingly frequent, and the message couldn't be more relevant. It's not just about your driving skills; it's about taking every possible precaution to keep yourself and your loved ones safe. "Buckle your family up now, it's not too late!" Shaniera urged.

Wasim and Shaniera, who tied the knot in 2013, first met in 2011 and have a daughter together, as well as two sons from Wasim's previous marriage. Speaking about their first meeting, the former ace cricketer previously shared, "I met her at a friend's BBQ in Melbourne. I was commentating for Star, I think the Indian team was touring. I used to work for ESPN Star then. She didn't know who I was… Eventually, I told her that I was kind of a big deal in Pakistan."