The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Special Marshals, Units 3, 9 and 34, Lagos Island Command, have held their 2026 Town Hall Meeting to strengthen stakeholder engagement and promote road safety awareness.
The meeting, held on Thursday in Lagos Island, brought together FRSC officials, traditional rulers, local government representatives and other stakeholders to deliberate on issues relating to road safety and the role of community participation in reducing road traffic crashes.
Among the dignitaries at the event were ACC Philip Ogar, Unit Commander, RS2.14 Lagos Island Command; SM (Dr) Olabisi Dennis, State Coordinator, RS2.1 Lagos Special Marshals; and Chief Lateef Aderibigbe, Head of the Traditional Lagos White Cap Chiefs, who represented the Oba of Lagos.
Others included Mr Johnson Aguri Adekunle, Head of Council, Lagos Island East Local Council Development Area (LCDA), representing the Executive Chairman; DCC E.A. Usman, who represented the Lagos Sector Commander; and DCC Umaru Bamaiyi, Zonal Head, Policy and Research, Lagos, who was the guest speaker.
The gathering provided an opportunity for stakeholders to engage with the FRSC Special Marshals on road safety challenges and the need for stronger collaboration between the Corps, traditional institutions, local authorities and the motoring public.
The participation of traditional and community leaders also underscored the importance of grassroots involvement in promoting responsible road use and improving safety on Lagos roads.
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