FRSC seeks partnership with NFF for International Youth Day programme
PHOTO: Sanusi (fifth from right) and Theman (fifth from left) with top officials of NFF and FRSC (FCT) on Thursday.
Top officials of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FCT) led by its new commander, Corps Commander Felix Theman, on Thursday paid a courtesy visit to the Nigeria Football Federation to seek the partnership of the football-governing body for its upcoming Youth Hangout in commemoration of the 2025 International Youth Day, scheduled for 12th August 2025.
Theman and his team engaged in strategic discussions with the General Secretary of the Federation, Dr. Mohammed Sanusi (MON) on the objectives of the hangout, which includes road safety education training for Nigerian youths, and improved traffic management in FCT.
The Road Safety boss acknowledged that football holds a unique power to unite and inspire millions of young Nigerians, and that the collaboration is important as many sports persons have, unfortunately, been affected by road incidents, underscoring the urgent need for greater awareness.
Commander Theman stated further that partnership will not only enhance safety but also equip the youth with knowledge beyond their sport-related activities. “With the support of the Nigeria Football Federation, we aim to safeguard our community further and sustain this upward trajectory,” he stated
NFF General Secretary, Dr. Mohammed Sanusi (MON) expressed his delight at receiving the team, and believes that the partnership will greatly amplify road safety awareness, fostering safe attitudes and behaviour among youth. “On behalf of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), I want to say that this engagement reinforces our dedication to fostering strategic partnerships that will enhance the well-being of the entire football community and the larger society.
“Together we can leverage the passion and influence of football to help reduce road traffic crashes, which remain a leading cause of death among young people in the country”. The visit concluded with both parties reaffirming their commitment to a sustainable collaboration aimed at promoting road safety awareness and compliance.
With Commander Theman were Unit Head of Operations, Chief Road Commander S. E. Ekpenyong; Road Commander J. O. Igbaroola; Road Commander J. S. Ukashat; Deputy Road Commander A. H. Inuwa and Assistant Road Commander C. C. Igbo. Top NFF management present at the occasion were Dr. Ademola Olajire, NFF’s Director of Media and Communications; Mallam Ali Abubakar, Head of Member Associations and Special Duties and; Mr. Rajan Zaka, Acting Director, Finance & Administration.
PHOTO: Sanusi (fifth from right) and Theman (fifth from left) with top officials of NFF and FRSC (FCT) on Thursday.
