ABUJA — The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) on Monday, May 19, 2025, flagged off the 2025 National Workshop for Driving School Proprietors and Instructors, reaffirming its commitment to enhancing driver education and eliminating illegal driving schools across the country.
The Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, who officially launched the workshop in Abuja, said the initiative was part of broader efforts to curb road traffic crashes linked to poor driving culture and inadequate training.
Speaking at the event, the FRSC boss emphasized that human error remains a leading factor in road traffic accidents, and well-regulated driving schools are essential to reversing this trend.
“Our focus is to identify and support genuine driving schools that have the capacity to transform driver behavior and reduce road crashes. A well-trained driver is central to safer road use,” he stated.
He also highlighted the relevance of the Safe Systems Accord, a strategy that anticipates human error and seeks to build road systems and driver training methods that minimize its consequences.
The Corps Marshal warned operators of substandard and unregistered driving schools to comply with existing guidelines under the Driving School Standardization Programme (DSSP) or face sanctions, including suspension, certificate withdrawal, or closure.
According to the FRSC, the national workshop—expected to hold in major cities such as Lagos, Oshogbo, and Kano—will provide critical training on safety standards, instructional methods, and regulatory compliance for driving school instructors.
Participants are expected to gain insights into global best practices, as well as the latest updates on the DSSP portal and certification processes.
This development marks another step in the FRSC’s ongoing campaign to professionalize driver education, promote road safety, and enhance Nigeria’s transportation framework.
