The Federal Government has approved the promotion of three deputy corps marshals (DCMs) of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC). The approval was conveyed to the Corps Marshal of the FRSC, Shehu Mohammed. The newly appointed senior officers are to fill up existing vacancies in the South-South, North East and North West geopolitical zones.

According to FRSC, the appointment marks a significant milestone in the Corps’ efforts to enhance its leadership and operational capabilities. The Officers to fill up existing vacancies are: Deputy Corps Marshal Aliyu Datsama to represent the North West geopolitical zone, DCM Pauline Olaye, who represents the South-South geopolitical zone DCM Attahiru T. Hassan appointed to fill up the vacancy in the North East geopolitical zone.

DCM Aliyu Datsama is presently the Assistant Corps Marshal in charge of Special Duties and External Relations, a seasoned road safety expert who has held several positions, including sector and zonal commanding officer positions in different states and zones.

On the other hand, DCM, Pauline Olaye, who is currently the head of the Project Implementation Office at the National Headquarters of the Corps, is, by her new appointment, the most senior female officer in the Corps.

She has held several positions of authority, including the position of Assistant Corps Marshal, Special Duties and External Relations Department, as well as Zonal Commanding Officer Zone RS1HQ Kaduna.

In the same vein, DCM Attahiru Hassan is presently the ACM in charge of the Technical Service Department. A well-grounded professional road safety administrator who has held several positions, including the positions of corps provost and sector commander.

The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, while speaking on the development, stated that the appointment of seasoned professionals will bring fresh perspectives and expertise to the FRSC’s leadership team.

A statement explained that they are expected to play a crucial role in shaping the Corps’ strategic direction and driving its mission to reduce road crashes and promote safe driving practices.