Corps Marshal/Chief Executive Officer of the Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC), Shehu Mohammed
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja –
Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has announced that the Corps has commenced a nationwide promotion exercise involving over 2,000 personnel.
FRSC Public Education Officer, Olusegun Ogungbemide, made the announcement in a statement, describing the initiative as one of the most far-reaching staff promotion exercises in the history of the Corps.
Ogungbemide said the promotion exercise, which cuts across all sectors of the Corps, aims to elevate officers and marshals to their next ranks, ranging from Chief Route Commander to Assistant Route Commander and other Marshal cadres.
According to him, this development is expected to restore hope among officers and reinforce a culture of reward for diligence, dedication, and integrity.
The FRSC spokesperson noted that the Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, has consistently emphasized the critical role of a motivated and well-recognized workforce in achieving the FRSC’s core mandate.
Ogungbemide said Mohammed has rolled out various welfare-enhancing policies, including improved training and capacity-building programs, better living and working conditions, and stronger mechanisms for staff feedback and engagement.
Ogungbemide explained that the promotion process was meticulously planned to ensure transparency, inclusiveness, and fairness, with all qualified personnel across the 12 Zonal Commands included.
This, he said, has sparked excitement and renewed morale within the Corps, with many personnel describing it as a “new dawn” for the FRSC workforce.
According to Ogungbemide, the Corps Marshal has made it clear that this is only the beginning, reiterating his resolve to build a professional, highly motivated, and people-centered Corps capable of delivering world-class road safety management in line with international standards.
Ogungbemide said expectations are high that this bold reform will usher in a stronger, more professional Corps that is better positioned to tackle road safety challenges across the nation. For many within the Corps, he noted, this is not just a career boost, but an affirmation of worth, a revival of professional dignity, and a signal that hard work truly pays under visionary leadership.
The FRSC spokesperson highlighted the Corps’ efforts to improve road safety in Nigeria, and said the promotion exercise is seen as a boost to the morale of personnel. With improved welfare and working conditions, personnel are expected to be more motivated and dedicated to their work.
Ogungbemide emphasized that the promotion exercise is a testament to the Corps Marshal’s commitment to the welfare of FRSC personnel.
“It is expected that this development will have a positive impact on the Corps’ overall performance and effectiveness”, he said.
As the FRSC navigates the challenges of modern traffic management in an ever-growing country, Ogungbemide said staff welfare is no longer an afterthought, but a driving force. The promotion exercise, he noted, is a significant step towards building a more professional and motivated workforce, capable of delivering world-class road safety management.
Ogungbemide expressed optimism that the FRSC’s efforts to promote staff welfare and improve road safety will have a lasting impact on the nation.
