The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has announced the promotion of 98 senior officers to higher ranks, with 19 elevated to Assistant Corps Marshal (ACM), 55 to Corps Commander (CC), and 46 to Deputy Corps Commander (DCC). The promotions, which take effect from 1 January 2026, underscore the federal government's commitment to strengthening leadership within the Corps.
Among the promoted officers are notable names, including A. Oki, N.S. Joseph, C.Z. Mathew, S.E. Dawulung, F.A. Ogidan, A.O. Ruka, A.O. Ugah, U.E. Oji, I.M. Bazzama, F.N. Theman, O.E. Joseph, R.E. Akpabio, U.B. Amaechi, A. Owolabi, Leye Adeboboye, M.O. Egbe, B.S. Akanji, F.O. Etta, and K. Tsukwan, who have been elevated to the rank of Assistant Corps Marshal.
The Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, congratulated the officers, describing the promotion as a reflection of the Corps' commitment to excellence, discipline, and structured career progression. He urged the beneficiaries to justify the confidence reposed in them by demonstrating higher levels of dedication, leadership, and professionalism.
The promoted officers are expected to justify the confidence reposed in them by demonstrating higher levels of dedication, leadership, and professionalism. They are also expected to deploy their experience toward reducing road traffic crashes and enhancing safety on Nigerian roads.
The promotion of 98 senior officers in the FRSC is a significant development that underscores the federal government's commitment to strengthening leadership within the Corps. The elevation of notable officers such as A. Oki and Leye Adeboboye to the rank of Assistant Corps Marshal is a testament to their dedication and professionalism. This promotion is expected to have a positive impact on the Corps' efforts to reduce road traffic crashes and enhance safety on Nigerian roads.
