Introduction to FRSC Ember Months Campaign
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has announced several programmes designed for the year 2025 ember months campaign, with the primary goal of ensuring that the highway is safe and secure for road users. This announcement was made by the Corps Marshal, Malam Shehu Mohammed, during the 12th FRSC Valedictory Lecture Series in Abuja.
Objective of the Campaign
The Corps Marshal stated that the corps would sustain the ongoing reforms to align with global road safety best practices across the 36 states including Federal Capital Territory (FCT). This would be achieved through the use of various technology as tools to enhance operations in the country. The FRSC boss emphasized that the corps would not leave any stone unturned in checking the excesses of motorists and ensuring effective traffic management before, during and after ember months special operations.
Tribute to Retired DCM
The lecture series was in honour of Deputy Corps Marshal (DCM), in charge of Training, Chidiebere Nkwonta who retired from service having attained the age of 60. The FRSC boss commended the contributions of the retired DCM Nkwonta to the growth of FRSC. Mohammed urged those in service to emulate the outstanding performance of the officer, adding that the corps would build on the legacy of the retired senior officer.
Lecture by Retired DCM
In his lecture titled “How to Navigate the Vagaries of the Nigerian Public Service: My Experience, A Good Teacher”, Nkwonta appealed to the younger officers to carry out any assignment committed into their hands diligently. According to him, it pays to be loyal and committed to the service. Nkwonta eulogised some of the retired senior officers for providing good mentorship, adding that it equipped him to be a reckoned officer in his 35 years in meritorious service.
Pledge by Retired DCM
The retired DCM pledged to make himself available at any time being called upon. Former Minister of Information, Frank Nweke, and others who spoke at the occasion, praised the family of the retired officer for their total support that made the retired DCM an outstanding officer.
Conclusion
The FRSC ember months campaign is a laudable initiative aimed at ensuring the safety and security of road users. The corps has pledged to sustain ongoing reforms and use technology to enhance operations. The retirement of DCM Nkwonta has also provided an opportunity for the corps to reflect on the importance of loyalty, commitment, and good mentorship in the public service.
FAQs
- What is the primary goal of the FRSC ember months campaign?
The primary goal is to ensure that the highway is safe and secure for road users. - Who is the retired DCM being honoured?
The retired DCM is Chidiebere Nkwonta, who retired from service having attained the age of 60. - What is the title of the lecture delivered by the retired DCM?
The title of the lecture is “How to Navigate the Vagaries of the Nigerian Public Service: My Experience, A Good Teacher”. - What is the pledge made by the retired DCM?
The retired DCM pledged to make himself available at any time being called upon.
