FRSC TAKES THE LEAD AGAIN IN AFRICA: NIGERIA NAMED PERMANENT SECRETARIAT OF ALL ROAD SAFETY AGENCIES.
By Raymond Enoch
In a landmark development that cements Nigeria’s growing reputation as a continental leader in road safety management, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has been officially designated the Permanent Secretariat of All African Road Safety Lead Agencies (AARSLA).
The announcement was made during the 1st General Assembly of the continental road safety coalition, currently underway in Lusaka, Zambia from June 26–27, 2025. The designation marks a pivotal moment in the continent’s pursuit of coordinated and sustainable road safety strategies.
This recognition places FRSC at the heart of Africa’s road safety future, empowering Nigeria to coordinate the activities of national lead agencies, foster cross-border collaboration, and drive the implementation of the African Road Safety Action Plan across the continent.
Receiving the honor on behalf of Nigeria, Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed described the designation as both a validation of FRSC’s unwavering commitment and a call to greater service.
“This is not just a recognition of Nigeria’s efforts, but a call to greater responsibility,” he said. “We will work with every African country to strengthen policies, enhance capacity building, and deploy innovative solutions for safer roads.”
Mohammed emphasized that his administration’s focus on digitalization, robust public awareness, and data-driven policies will serve as key pillars for the Secretariat’s success. He also paid tribute to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for his administration’s enduring support.
The decision to establish a permanent continental Secretariat was born out of the March 2025 General Assembly of the Sub-Sahara Africa Transport Policy Program (SSATP) held in Cotonou, Republic of Benin. SSATP, a 43-member initiative supported by the World Bank, African Union Commission (AUC), and United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA), has served as Africa’s foremost transport policy platform for over 30 years.
The Lusaka resolution aligns with the UN Decade of Action for Road Safety 2021–2030, which targets a 50% reduction in global road traffic deaths and injuries. With Nigeria now at the helm, the continent is better poised to meet these ambitious global benchmarks.
FRSC’s elevation is not without precedent. Earlier this year, the Corps clinched the Best Road Safety Agency in Africa award at the Kofi Annan Road Safety Awards in Ezulwini, Kingdom of Eswatini—further reinforcing its legacy as a trailblazer in road safety innovation, enforcement, and education.
The Corps is calling on governments, development partners, civil society, and private-sector actors to rally around this milestone and work collectively toward a safer, more sustainable African transport landscape.
