ABUJA, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- The Federal Road Safety Corps has announced plans to tighten its internal control systems to tackle allegations of extortion, misconduct and waning discipline among personnel.
The Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, represented by Assistant Corps Marshal, Elizabeth Akinlade, disclosed this on Tuesday during a working visit to the Ogun Sector Command headquarters in Abeokuta.
In a statement issued by the Public Education Officer of the Ogun Sector Command, Afolabi Odunsi, the visit was described as part of efforts to reinforce discipline and professionalism across various commands.
According to the statement, the Corps Marshal “emphasised a renewed commitment to the Corps founding ideals,” noting that the meeting was “meant for reflection and rededication to duty and service.”
It further stated that “the deployment of senior officers by the Corps Marshal is a strategic response to recent operational concerns,” adding that “these interventions are necessary due to identified trends that threaten the service’s integrity. There has been a decline in discipline and professionalism within the commands.”
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The statement pointed out that “notable lapses include misconduct, abuse of authority, and unethical practices,” cautioning that “unprofessional behaviours undermine trust and jeopardise the Corps’ credibility.”
It underscored the need to preserve public trust, stressing that “losing public confidence makes achieving the Corps’ mandate increasingly difficult. The Corps exists to save lives and serve the public with integrity, not just enforce laws.”
The statement maintained that public confidence remains critical to effective service delivery, warning that any erosion of trust would hinder the Corps’ mission.
It added that senior officers have been assigned the responsibility of mentoring personnel and strengthening discipline and professional standards.
“their role includes engaging with officers to restore effective command and control,” the statement explained, adding that “discipline is framed as a protective measure rather than punitive. It safeguards the corps reputation, careers, and the public they serve.”
The Corps reiterated that acts such as extortion and harassment are unlawful and violate its oath of service, emphasising that leadership must lead by example and that superior officers are expected to model appropriate conduct.
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It also stated that “young officers must honour the corps’ uniform and maintain public trust through their conduct,” while noting that “Commanding Officers have the responsibility to actively supervise and address misconduct.”
In his remarks, the Ogun Sector Commander, Akinwunmi Fasakin, called for stronger discipline and accountability within the command.
He reportedly stated that sanctions and commendations would be applied fairly and cautioned against ignoring wrongdoing.
He said, “Silence in the face of misconduct should not be tolerated, as it equates to complicity.”
The Corps reaffirmed its commitment to restoring professionalism and safeguarding the integrity of its operations nationwide.
