The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has invested Eze Sir Mike Elechi as an Honorary Special Marshal in Rivers State as part of efforts to strengthen stakeholder collaboration and promote road safety advocacy.
The investiture took place on Saturday, October 17, 2026, and was conducted by the Rivers State Sector Commander of the Corps, CC Francis A. Ajatta, alongside the State Coordinator of Special Marshals, Dr Andy Uzor.
Eze Elechi, who holds the titles Npom, DSSRS and JP, was recognised for his potential role in supporting the Corps’ mandate of reducing road traffic crashes, promoting safe road use and increasing public awareness of road safety.
The Sector Commander said the investiture aligned with the Corps’ strategic goal of enhancing partnerships and collaboration with relevant stakeholders to improve road safety.
The ceremony also highlighted the importance of engaging influential community leaders in extending road safety campaigns to more members of the public.
Through the appointment, the Corps aims to encourage greater community participation in road safety advocacy and promote responsible behaviour among motorists and other road users.
The Sector Commander also noted that collaboration with traditional rulers and other community stakeholders remains an important strategy for expanding public enlightenment and protecting lives on Nigerian roads.
The investiture is expected to strengthen the Corps’ engagement with communities across Rivers State and support its efforts to ensure safer motoring through sustained advocacy and public cooperation.
Responding, Elechi thanked the command for recognizing his contributions and pledged continued committment to the safety of Nigerian roads.
