FRSC Inaugurates NIGERIARAP Steering Committee To Drive Safer Road Infrastructure

Amplifying the Federal Road Safety Corps' commitment to strategic partnerships and evidence based road infrastructure safety management aimed at reducing road traffic crashes and fatalities across Nigeria, the Corps Marshal, Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Shehu Mohammed,  inaugurated the Nigeria Road Assessment Programme (NigeriaRAP) Steering Committee.

The Corps Marshal who described the inauguration as a significant milestone in Nigeria's quest to build safer roads and achieve global road safety targets noted that road traffic crashes remain a major public health and development challenge globally.

He  stressed that proactive infrastructure assessment remains critical to protecting road users and saving lives.

Speaking at the inaugural meeting held at the Corps Marshal's Conference Hall, FRSC National Headquarters, Abuja, the Corps Marshal recalled that Nigeria's journey towards institutionalising the programme began with the inauguration of the Stakeholders Committee in February 2021 and was further strengthened with the signing of the National Licence Agreement between FRSC and iRAP on November 18, 2025, which formally launched NigeriaRAP in the country. 

He noted that the Steering Committee is expected to provide strategic direction, coordination, and leadership for the successful implementation of the programme.

While appreciating members of the Committee for honouring the invitation and demonstrating commitment to the initiative, the Corps Marshal charged them to remain proactive and dedicated in discharging their responsibilities towards achieving the objectives of NigeriaRAP.

He expressed confidence that through collective action, sustained collaboration, and strategic investments in safer road infrastructure, the programme would significantly contribute to reducing road traffic fatalities and creating a safer road transport environment for all Nigerians.

The Nigeria Road Assessment Programme (NigeriaRAP) was established by the Federal Road Safety Corps in partnership with the International Road Assessment Programme (iRAP) to systematically evaluate road infrastructure safety, identify and eliminate high-risk road sections, and enhance protection for vulnerable road users. 

The programme is anchored on three strategic pillars: strengthening local partnerships, fostering international collaborations, and promoting the attainment of Three-Star Road Safety Ratings and above on Nigerian roads.

Membership of the Steering Committee comprises key stakeholders drawn from both the public and private sectors, including the KRSD Foundation, Federal Ministry of Works, Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA), Federal Ministry of Transportation, Nigerian Building and Road Research Institute (NBRRI), Nigerian Institute of Transport Technology (NITT), Automobile and Touring Club of Nigeria (ATCN), Green Light Initiative, and other strategic partners committed to advancing road safety and sustainable transportation in Nigeria.

This is contained in a Press Statement signed by Osondu Ohaeri , Deputy Corps Commander, Corps Public Education Officer, Federal Road Safety Corps Headquarters, Abuja



 


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