On March 20, 2025, NMDPRA praised FRSC Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed for rapid crisis responses during a Technical Committee visit in Abuja.
Led by Engineer Ogbugo Okoha, NMDPRA’s delegation highlighted FRSC’s pivotal role in reducing tanker-related crashes and saving lives nationwide.
Additionally, Okoha commended Mohammed’s hands-on dedication, urging agencies to emulate his proactive safety strategies for broader impact.
He emphasized that NMDPRA-FRSC collaboration streamlined the committee’s efforts, slashing crash rates and enhancing emergency outcomes significantly.
However, Okoha expressed concern over Kugbo’s recent tanker accident, though Mohammed’s on-site command accelerated rescue efforts and restored normalcy swiftly.
Furthermore, FRSC’s “Safe to Load” initiative and driver engagement programs were hailed for enforcing compliance with critical safety protocols.
Okoha urged sustained investments in driver training, vehicle recertification, and stricter enforcement to curb tanker incidents decisively.
In response, Mohammed reaffirmed FRSC’s commitment to partnerships, praising the committee’s resolve and stressing unity for shared safety goals.
He outlined plans to expand driver education, tackling root causes like low literacy that exacerbate road risks.
Mohammed also lamented recurring crashes undermining the UN’s Decade of Action for zero road fatalities by 2030.
Moreover, he thanked security allies for unwavering support, noting inter-agency synergy now addresses Nigeria’s complex safety challenges effectively.
The visit underscored how regulatory-enforcement partnerships save lives, with both agencies vowing to intensify collaborative efforts.
They pledged to transform Nigeria’s transport networks into safer systems through innovation, compliance, and relentless accountability.
Notably, Okoha recalled Mohammed’s crisis leadership, inspiring teams to blend efficiency with empathy during high-pressure rescues.
Meanwhile, FRSC data reveals fewer fatalities since launching rigorous vehicle checks and community safety campaigns in high-risk areas.
Consequently, public trust in FRSC has surged, motivating citizens to report hazards and adhere to safety measures proactively.
Looking ahead, both agencies aim to deploy technology like real-time monitoring to predict and neutralize emerging road threats.
Together, they envision erasing Nigeria’s reputation for preventable tanker disasters through coordinated action and smarter infrastructure investments.
Ultimately, this alliance embodies a shared vision: protecting lives via innovation, transparency, and an unyielding pursuit of safety excellence.
As challenges persist, such collaborations prove that unity and strategic resolve can turn road safety aspirations into reality.