Sultan of Sokoto Advocates Data-Driven Road Safety Strategies

The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, called on Special Marshals of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) to adopt data-driven strategies to mitigate road traffic crashes and save lives in Nigeria. This appeal was made through his representative, Aminu Bala Sokoto, at the 2026 Special Marshals Zonal Conference of FRSC RS-10 in Sokoto.

The conference, themed “Repositioning Special Marshals for Greater Impact Through Strategic Partnership and Data-Driven Road Safety Interventions,” aimed to enhance road safety advocacy and volunteer services. The Sultan emphasized the need for Special Marshals to adopt a proactive approach, collaborate with various stakeholders, and utilize reliable data to identify accident-prone areas.

He highlighted the importance of regular training, adequate safety equipment, and motivation for Special Marshals to perform effectively. Additionally, he advocated for the use of digital reporting tools and GPS technology to improve road safety efforts and accountability among Special Marshals.