The newly appointed Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) for Ondo State, Corps Commander Dr. Samuel Ibitoye, visited the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) on Monday, September 2, 2024.
The visit aimed to strengthen partnerships and explore new avenues for collaboration in promoting road safety awareness and research.
During the visit, Dr. Ibitoye emphasized the critical role of collaboration between the FRSC and academic institutions like FUTA.
“We need joint efforts in promoting safer road usage within the University community and beyond,” he stated, underscoring the importance of engaging students and faculty in road safety initiatives.
Dr. Ibitoye outlined his plans to involve FUTA in several upcoming FRSC initiatives, including research projects, student sensitization programs, and public safety campaigns.
He praised the University for its unwavering commitment to innovation and safety, which aligns with the Corps’ mission to reduce road traffic accidents in the state.
In response, Vice Chancellor Professor Adenike Oladiji expressed her gratitude for Dr. Ibitoye’s visit and commended the proactive measures of the FRSC in addressing road traffic accidents. “FUTA has always been committed to community engagement and collaboration, particularly in areas that directly impact the welfare of its students and staff,” she noted.
Professor Oladiji assured the Sector Commander of the University’s readiness to partner with the FRSC in any capacity that would enhance road safety and save lives.
She highlighted the potential for joint research initiatives, leveraging FUTA’s expertise in Technology and Engineering to develop innovative solutions to road safety challenges.
Reiterating the University’s commitment to fostering a culture of safety and responsibility, the Vice Chancellor emphasized, “Societal change begins with instilling these values in the next generation.”