Abuja, Nigeria – June 2025 | In a significant step toward enhancing the psychological well-being of its personnel, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has partnered with the Indian Ministry of Home Affairs to train 1,000 officers on stress management and emotional wellness.
The initiative is part of a bilateral cooperation programme designed to build capacity among Nigerian road safety officials, equipping them with tools to manage job-related stress and improve emotional intelligence. The training, which will be delivered through Indian health and disaster management institutions, includes both virtual and in-person sessions.
Speaking in Abuja, the Corps Marshal of FRSC, Shehu Mohammed, mni, emphasized the importance of the initiative in improving operational effectiveness and officer morale. Represented by Deputy Corps Marshal Clement O. Oladele, he noted that the Corps is increasingly prioritizing mental health support due to the demanding nature of its operations.
“Our officers encounter traumatic and high-pressure situations regularly. This training will go a long way in helping them cope better and serve the public more effectively,” he said.
The programme is expected to commence in July 2025, with training modules covering emotional resilience, trauma response, mindfulness, and peer support systems.
Officials from the Indian High Commission in Nigeria, while applauding the partnership, described it as a model for international cooperation on public safety and institutional wellness in Africa.
The initiative also aligns with FRSC’s broader 2025 goals focusing on staff welfare, mental health, and professional development. Trained officers will be designated as wellness ambassadors to further disseminate mental health awareness across all FRSC commands.
The partnership is a milestone in building a more resilient and responsive road safety workforce in Nigeria, as the Corps continues to integrate psychological preparedness into its national road safety strategy.
