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FRSC Commences 341 Unit, Outpost Commanders’ Training
Joel Ajayi
In a move to boost the capacity of personnel, the Federal Road Safety Corps has kick started capacity development Tranining of 341 Unit and Outpost Commanders on traffic enforcement and management, road safety education and advocacy, data analysis and research, leadership and management development, as well as, digital literacy and technology adoption.
The training programme which is presently taking place in FRSC Academy, Udi, Enugu State is part of a collection of leadership programmes initiated by the present leadership of the Corps in line with its administrative policy thrust.
The Assistant Corps Marshal in charge of Operations Department, ACM Hyginus Omeje declared the training open on behalf of Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed.
He reaffirmed that Unit and Outpost Commands are a very integral part of the Corps that play key role in enforcing compliance of traffic rules and regulations.
According to him, they also contribute immensely to moving the Corps forward just as the Corps considers them as invaluable asset due to the critical role they play in the actualisation of FRSC mandate.
In a statement by the Corps Commander, Corps Public Education Officer, FRSC Headquarters Abuja, Olusegun Ogungbemide, he also reiterated that the present leadership of the Corps is outrightly dedicated to creating an enabling environment that fosters growth, innovation, and excellence in all the field Commands of FRSC.
The Corps Marshal maintained that the capacity-building program is designed to empower staff with the latest skills, knowledge, and best practices in road safety management.
He noted that by investing in personnel, the Corps is definitely investing in the future of road safety in Nigeria.
He emphasised that the initiative underscores his commitment to repositioning FRSC as a leading road safety agency, equipped to address the complex challenges of modern road safety management.
The statement noted that the various training programmes will feature a combination of theoretical and practical training sessions, workshops, and mentoring, conducted by in-house and international experts.
The Corps Marshal urged the Commanders to leverage the potentials of technological innovation especially on the FRSC Mobile Application and the National Crash Information Recording System Portal – as it would reduce the burden of feedback to members of the public at all Command levels.
Recall that the Corps also just concluded the training of Road Marshal Operatives of the Corps in one of the Corps’ training institutions in Shendam, Plateau State
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FG Inaugurates Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit in Youth Ministry
The Federal Government has inaugurated the Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit (ACTU) of the Federal Ministry of Youth Development, in collaboration with the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC).
Speaking at the inauguration, the Permanent Secretary, represented by the Director of Education and Youth Development (EYD), Mr. Kabir Mohammad, described the event as a significant milestone in the Ministry’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and good governance.
He expressed gratitude to the ICPC for its guidance and support in establishing the unit, acknowledging the dedication and hard work of the Ministry’s staff in making this initiative a reality since its separation from the Ministry of Sports.
“To the newly inaugurated members of the ACTU, I charge you to discharge your duties with integrity, professionalism, and commitment to excellence. Your role is critical in ensuring that our Ministry operates with transparency, accountability, and integrity,” Mr. Mohammad stated.He also urged Heads of Departments and Units to collaborate with the ACTU, particularly on integrity and compliance matters, noting that these areas are crucial to the annual performance evaluation of Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) in alignment with ICPC principles.
In his goodwill message, Mr. Olusegun Adigun, representing the ICPC Chairman, emphasized the importance of the ACTU in advancing the Ministry’s vision.
“Aligned with the Ministry’s vision of empowering Nigerian youth to succeed in all fields of life through dedication, unity of purpose, and commitment to national development, the ACTU will serve as a strategic instrument to support the Ministry in achieving its objectives through its mandated duties,” Mr. Adigun stated.
He further advised the Ministry’s leadership to create an enabling environment for the ACTU by granting it representation in standing committees, in accordance with the government circular Ref No: OHCSF/SPSO/CSTD/314, dated October 5, 2016.
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