FRSC Inaugurates Road Assessment Committee to Drive Safer Road Infrastructure
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has inaugurated the Nigeria Road Assessment Programme (NigeriaRAP) Steering Committee, reinforcing its commitment to evidence-based road infrastructure safety management aimed at reducing crashes and fatalities nationwide.
Speaking at the inaugural meeting held at the Corps Marshal’s Conference Hall, FRSC Headquarters, Abuja, Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed described the initiative as a significant milestone in Nigeria’s quest to build safer roads and achieve global road safety targets.
“Road traffic crashes remain a major public health and development challenge globally, stressing that proactive infrastructure assessment remains critical to protecting road users and saving lives,” he emphasised.
NigeriaRAP, established in partnership with the International Road Assessment Programme (iRAP), is designed to systematically evaluate road safety, identify high-risk sections, and enhance protection for vulnerable road users.
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The programme is anchored on three strategic pillars: strengthening local partnerships, fostering international collaborations, and promoting attainment of Three-Star Road Safety Ratings and above on Nigerian roads.
Recalling Nigeria’s journey, the Corps Marshal highlighted the inauguration of the Stakeholders Committee in February 2021 and the signing of the National Licence Agreement with iRAP on November 18, 2025, which formally launched NigeriaRAP.
“The Steering Committee is expected to provide strategic direction, coordination, and leadership for the successful implementation of the programme,” he added.
Membership of the Committee includes key stakeholders from both public and private sectors such as the KRSD Foundation, Federal Ministry of Works, FERMA, Federal Ministry of Transportation, NBRRI, NITT, ATCN, Green Light Initiative, and other partners committed to advancing road safety and sustainable transportation.
The Corps Marshal charged members of the committee to remain proactive and dedicated in order to achieve set goals.
“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,” he stated.
