The Corps Marshal, Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Shehu Mohammed, has received the approval of the appointment of three Assistant Corps Marshals (ACM) to the rank of Deputy Corps Marshal (DCM), by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume.

The newly appointed senior officers are to fill up existing vacancies in the South-South, North-East, and North-West geopolitical zones.

A statement signed by the Corps Public Education Officer,
Assistant Corps Marshal Olusegun Ogungbemide, on Wednesday, said the appointment marks a significant milestone in the Corps’ efforts to enhance its leadership and operational capabilities.

The officers to fill up existing vacancies are; Deputy Corps Marshal Aliyu Datsama, to represent North-West geopolitical zone, DCM Pauline Olaye, to represent the South-East geopolitical zone while DCM Attahiru T. Hassan is appointed to fill up the vacancy in the North-East geopolitical zone.

DCM Aliyu Datsama, until his appointment the Assistant Corps Marshal in charge of Special Duties and External Relations, a seasoned road safety expert who has held several positions including Sector and Zonal Commanding Officer positions in different states and Zones. On the other hand, DCM Pauline Olaye, who is currently the head, Project Implementation Office at the National Headquarters of the Corps is by virtue of her new appointment, the most senior female officer in the Corps. She has held several positions of authority, including the position of Assistant Corps Marshal, Special Duties and External Relations Department, as well as Zonal Commanding Officer Zone RS1.

In the same vein, DCM Attahiru Hassan is presently the Assistant Corps Marshal in charge of Technical Service Department. A well-grounded professional road safety administrator who has held several positions, amongst which include the positions of Corps Provost as well as Sector Commander.

The SGF while speaking on the development, stated that the appointment of the seasoned professionals will bring fresh perspectives and expertise to the FRSC’s leadership team. They are expected to play a crucial role in shaping the Corps’ strategic direction and driving its mission to reduce road crashes and promote safe driving practices.

He stated that the appointment was part of President Bola Tinubu’s drive towards rewarding excellence, diligence and hard work, which is in line with the administrative philosophy of the present leadership of the Renewed Hope Agenda.

The Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, equally congratulated the newly elevated Officers for their excellent performances during the exercise, noting that every promotion comes with greater responsibilities. He charged them to put in their best in the course of their duties as the new rank calls for more focus, more dedication, commitment and passion.

He admonished those who were not fortunate in this appointment year to keep faith alive and be loyal to the system.

Speaking further, the Corps Marshal promised to improve the general welfare of the personnel of the Corps. As such, he beckoned on all personnel to be of good cheer and put in great efforts towards the realisation of the corporate mandate of the Corps.