The Corps Marshal, Malam Shehu Mohammedof the Federal road safety corps FRSC Declares the workshop open on Friday in Abuja warned that every patrol leader must embody civility, empathy and professionalism.
The FRSC boss also stressed that the Corps under his leadership would not compromise on discipline and integrity.
The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the workshop is targeted at frontline leaders who interact directly with motorists, with a view to creating a ripple effect of professionalism that strengthens accountability.
Mohammed said that the initiative was aimed to enhance discipline within the ranks, and guarantees zero-tolerance for unethical conduct.
He said that the initiative was also aimed at entrenching integrity, transforming operational culture, sanitizing field operations, eliminating corruption, and restoring public trust in road safety management.
He, however, directed that the training be cascaded down to all FRSC commands nationwide to ensure a uniform standard of civility and accountability across the country.
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“Every patrol team leader must be an ambassador of civility and integrity; anything less is unacceptable, ”he said.
Mohammed, however, said that the strategic reform was not just about training but reshaping culture and character.
He added that by empowering team leaders with the right values and tools, the Corps was building a new crop of officers who would lead by example, protect its image, and ensure safer and more orderly roads for Nigerians
Speaking, the Assistant Corps Marshal in charge of operations, Hyginus Omeje reinforced the principles of courtesy, accountability and zero tolerance for unethical practices.
Omeje, who spoke during the capacity development session gave a stern warning that any officer found guilty of misconduct would face swift and decisive sanctions.
Similarly, Olusegun Ogungbemide, Assistant Corps Marshal, Corps Public Education Officer, delivered a presentation on “Safeguarding the Image of the Corps.”
Ogungbemide emphasized the need for officers to protect the organization’s reputation through discipline and professionalism.
NAN
