FRSC Zone RS 8 Benefits from Corps Marshal’s Repositioned Training

FRSC Zone RS 8 Benefits from Corps Marshal’s Repositioned Training Initiative

 

As part of a sweeping nationwide push to overhaul frontline operations, non-commissioned officers under the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Zone RS 8—comprising Ekiti, Kogi, and Kwara states—have undergone an intensive professional repositioning training.

The programme, hosted at the zonal headquarters in Ilorin, Kwara State, is a core component of Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed’s broader strategy to elevate service delivery, discipline, and operational efficiency across the agency.

Retired Deputy Corps Marshal Joshua Fanola facilitated the session, while Assistant Corps Marshal Ann Oladayo, the Zonal Commanding Officer, delivered the official address.

Themed “Repositioning Marshals for Effective Service Delivery,” the training directly supports the Corps’ 2026 Corporate Strategic Goals. These goals prioritize operational excellence, institutional integrity, digital transformation, and a measurable reduction in road traffic crashes nationwide.

Building Frontline Competence

Emphasizing that Marshals are the most visible face of the agency, Corps Marshal Mohammed noted that public confidence in the FRSC hinges directly on their conduct and competence.

The curriculum covers a comprehensive range of critical areas, including:

* The FRSC Establishment Act and core operational procedures

* Advanced traffic management and emergency response protocols

* Ethical conduct, emotional intelligence, and effective public engagement

Nationwide Rollout

The capacity-building initiative is currently being rolled out in phases across all 12 FRSC zonal commands.

The initial phase successfully covered RS1HQ Kaduna and RS5HQ Benin between July 29 and 30, 2026, with subsequent phases expanding to the remaining zones.

Addressing the participants, Mohammed urged them to approach the program with commitment, stressing that the insights gained must translate into sharper patrol operations, better respect for human rights, and more proactive emergency responses.

He also instructed facilitators to keep sessions practical, interactive, and tailored to modern operational challenges.

Commending the FRSC Training Department for coordinating the initiative, Mohammed reaffirmed that continuous staff development remains a top priority of his administration.

Facilitator Joshua Fanola noted that the exercise is specifically designed to foster a more courteous, approachable, and professional demeanor among road marshals.

Participating officers expressed strong optimism that the training will significantly sharpen their competence and field effectiveness.