FRSC special marshals seek enhanced protection amid rising attacks

The Plateau State Sector of the Federal Road Safety Corps Special Marshals has called for enhanced security measures to ensure the safety of its personnel and the effective execution of their duties.

The State Coordinator of FRSC Special Marshals in Plateau State, SM Abayomi Adegbami, made the call on Saturday during the 2025 Special Marshals Sectoral Workshop held at the command’s headquarters in Jos, the state capital.

Adegbami decried the hazards faced by personnel in the course of their responsibilities, noting that such risks often result in injuries and deaths.

He emphasized the need for improved security, citing the importance of protecting Special Marshals as they carry out their duties.

The chosen theme — Enhancing Security and Safety Strategies for Special Marshals — is both timely and relevant. It reflects our collective determination to strengthen preventive measures and defensive strategies against road hazards during patrol operations in order to achieve safer roads and save lives,” the state coordinator said.

Sector Commander, Olajide Mogaji, echoed Adegbami’s sentiments, highlighting the crucial role special marshals play in maintaining road safety and security.

“It is our responsibility to ensure road safety in our state and country. We will continue to work with the Special Marshals to achieve this objective in the interest of everyone,” the sector commander said.

Zonal Commanding Officer, Joseph Udoabba, stressed the importance of collaboration between security agencies and special marshals to tackle emerging security challenges.

Similarly, Assistant Corps Marshal Godwin Alphonsus, who represented the Deputy Corps Marshal, Special Duties and External Relations, FRSC Headquarters, Pauline Olaye, emphasized the need for special marshals to be equipped with the necessary skills and resources to effectively carry out their duties.

Chairman of the Plateau State Council of Chiefs and Emirs, Da Jacob Gyang Buba, commended the FRSC for its efforts in promoting road safety and security in the state.

He noted that the FRSC had been working to enhance its operations, including adopting digital technology to improve traffic management and enforcement.

The Gbong Gwom Jos expressed support for the FRSC’s proposal to acquire arms for traffic enforcement, saying it would enhance security and safety on Nigerian roads.

“We believe there is the need for enhanced security measures to tackle the rising cases of insecurity on Nigerian roads.

:The proposal is timely, considering the increasing threats to road safety and the need to protect FRSC personnel as they carry out their duties.

“I therefore urge the FRSC to continue to work with other security agencies to ensure the safety of Nigerians and promote road safety,” he said.

Our correspondent reports that the workshop, themed “Enhancing Security and Safety Strategies for Special Marshals Operations,” brought together key stakeholders to discuss ways to improve road safety and security in Plateau State.