FRSC Celebrates 38 Years as Africa's Road Safety Leader

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) marked its 38th anniversary on February 19, 2026, celebrating its transformation into Africa's model road safety agency since its establishment in 1988 under military President Ibrahim Babangida's Decree No. 45. The agency was created in response to a growing road safety crisis, highlighted by alarming statistics, including 40,881 road traffic crashes reported in 1976.

Prominent advocate Wole Soyinka supported the establishment of a structured institution to mitigate road fatalities. Over the years, the FRSC has reformed and reshaped Nigeria's transport ecosystem, introducing initiatives such as a national driver's license scheme and a harmonized vehicle number plate system.

The agency has also digitized 95% of its processes and received four consecutive ISO certifications. Under the leadership of Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed, the FRSC has focused on data-driven strategies and inter-agency collaboration to improve road safety and post-crash response, aligning with global road safety pillars.

The FRSC's efforts have significantly contributed to enhancing road safety and traffic management in Nigeria.