FRSC targets safer transport ecosystem, stakeholder collaboration

…launches national safety magazine

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has intensified efforts to build a safer, more efficient transport ecosystem through strengthened stakeholder collaboration and expanded public enlightenment initiatives.

The renewed push was underscored on Thursday with the unveiling of Safe Wheel Nigeria, the Corps’ maiden national safety magazine, designed to enhance advocacy, deepen public education, and support ongoing reforms in Nigeria’s road transport sector.

Speaking at the launch held at the FRSC National Headquarters in Abuja, Shehu Mohammed, Corps Marshal, FRSC said the magazine represents a strategic tool for expanding the Corps sensitisation campaigns to communities, motor parks, schools, industries, MDAs, and the wider public.

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Mohammed explained that mobility remains a major pillar of national economic sustainability, and therefore, the safety of every journey must reflect Nigeria’s aspirations for growth and development.

“This Magazine is a flagship publication of the Federal Road Safety Corps and it was conceived as a strategic instrument to broaden our sensitization and public enlightenment campaigns across communities, motor parks, institutions, industries, government agencies, and the general public.

“As we are all aware, mobility is a major factor for economic sustenance in any nation. Therefore, the safety of every journey must reflect our collective aspiration for national development. Safe Wheel Nigeria Magazine stands at the centre of that renewed hope, bringing knowledge, innovation, and responsible road culture directly to the people,” he said.

The Corps Marshal highlighted reforms undertaken since the beginning of his administration, including the introduction of contactless biometric capture for the National Driver’s Licence and the expansion of digital systems for vehicle registration.

He noted that FRSC has also developed special number plates for CNG and electric vehicles, aligning with the Federal Government’s clean energy transition agenda.

On operations, Mohammed said the Corps has strengthened intelligence-led patrols, improved logistics deployment, scaled up staff capacity development, and broadened health interventions.

Mohammed announced the commencement of the 2025 Operation Zero Exercise from 15 December, aimed at enhancing patrol visibility, expanding coverage, improving rescue response, and enforcing traffic regulations during the festive season. The goal, he said, is to ensure safer road use at a period of heightened travel.

Olusegun Ogungbemide, Assistant Corps Marshal, lauded the publication, describing it as a national platform for advocacy, behavioural change, and informed public engagement.

Ogungbemide said Safe Wheel Nigeria Magazine will feature exclusive interviews, expert analyses, investigative reports, mobility insights, and human-interest stories that highlight FRSC’s impact and innovations.

“This publication is far more than a magazine; it is a movement for safer roads and a smarter, more responsible transport culture,” he stated.

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