The Federal Road Safety Corps, Oyo State Sector Command, has said it is committed to instilling a road safety culture in young Nigerians through education and civic engagement.
This was contained in a statement posted on the agency’s official X handle on Friday, announcing the activities organised to mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary.
“In celebration of Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Oyo State Sector Command, in partnership with Hallelujah Divine Height Organisation, hosted an exciting Inter-School Quiz Competition for secondary school students on October 1, 2025,” the statement partly read.
According to the FRSC, the competition provided a platform for students across Oyo State to showcase their knowledge beyond the classroom.
“The event brought together brilliant young minds to showcase their knowledge on road safety, civic responsibility, and national awareness, fostering discipline and teamwork among the participants,” the agency added.
The Oyo State Sector Commander, Corps Commander RUK Alo, who addressed the participants, stated that the Corps was committed to raising a generation of safety-conscious Nigerians through consistent engagement with schools.
“Sector Commander, Corps Commander RUK Alo, highlighted the Corps’ commitment to nurturing road safety culture from an early age, while stakeholders from NSCDC, NDLEA, and the Rescuer Organisation also educated the students on safety and social responsibility,” the statement continued.
As part of the activities, recognition was given to outstanding students and schools that excelled in the competition.
“Certificates and prizes were presented to the outstanding schools and participants, with all contestants encouraged to be safety ambassadors in their schools, homes, and communities,” the Corps stated.
PUNCH Online reports that the FRSC has, in recent years, expanded its Catch Them Young initiative, which targets secondary school students with safety education, following reports that young people remain one of the most vulnerable groups in road traffic crashes.
According to the National Bureau of Statistics, over 40 per cent of accident victims recorded nationwide between 2020 and 2024 were youths aged 10–29.
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