Abuja: Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Malam Shehu Mohammed, has lauded officers and men of the Corps for their exceptional resilience, professionalism, and courage in managing heavy vehicular traffic during the nationwide Christmas travel season.
Mohammed gave the commendation in an address to personnel, following the successful management of heavy vehicular traffic recorded during the festive period.
In a statement by the Corps Public Relations Officer (CPEO), Assistant Corps Marshal (ACM), Olusegun Ogungbemide, on Friday in Abuja, Mohammed described the performance of FRSC personnel as outstanding and historic.
The FRSC boss noted that their untiring commitment and well-coordinated interventions were instrumental in clearing major traffic gridlocks on critical corridors nationwide, including the congested Lokoja axis.
According to him, the ability of personnel to effectively confront intense traffic pressure, extended working hours, harsh weather conditions, and high vehicular volumes is highly commendable.
“They also maintain discipline and professionalism, demonstrating the Corps’ readiness and capacity to safeguard lives even under the most demanding circumstances,”he said.
Mohammed said that FRSC personnel rose above and beyond the call of duty by standing firm, working tirelessly, and delivering results at a time when Nigerians needed them most.
“The courage, endurance, and professionalism displayed during the Christmas travels reaffirm the Corps’ commitment to safer roads and seamless mobility across the nation,” he said.
He emphasised that the successful management of traffic during the festive season reflected the Corps’ growing operational efficiency, improved inter-unit coordination, and strong leadership at all levels.
He also acknowledged the sacrifices made by officers who remained on duty while others celebrated with their families, describing such dedication as the true hallmark of service and patriotism.
The Corps Marshal urged all personnel to sustain the tempo, remain vigilant, and continue upholding the Corps’s core values, as traffic volume is expected to remain high leading up to the New Year festivities.
He reassured Nigerians of the FRSC’s continued resolve to ensure safer highways and hitch-free travels nationwide.
The Corps Marshal reiterated that the FRSC remained committed to its statutory mandate of reducing road crashes, promoting responsible road use, and protecting lives on Nigerian roads.