Bolt and the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) have concluded a road safety education program for over 100 driver-partners and couriers in Abuja, aimed towards reducing road accidents through improved driver behavior and compliance with traffic regulations.
This partnership aims to bridge the gap between digital mobility technology and physical road safety enforcement.
According to Bolt report, more than 100 drivers and couriers underwent training on fatigue management, defensive driving, and the legal consequences of driving under the influence.
Officials from the FRSC FCT Sector Command provided instruction on speed limits, overtaking rules, and mandatory seatbelt usage.
Weyinmi Aghadiuno, Bolt’s Head of Regulatory and Policy for Africa, emphasized that technology alone cannot guarantee safety:
“Safety is fundamental to how mobility platforms operate, and it goes beyond technology. Partnering with the FRSC allows us to equip our driver-partners and couriers with practical knowledge to navigate Nigerian roads safely every day” – Aghadiuno
Meanwhile, the FRSC stressed that while the role of technology cannot be downplayed, human compliance is the primary factor in preventing fatalities. Corps Commander Felix N. Theman of the FCT Sector Command stated that road safety is a shared responsibility and that all road users should prioritize safe driving practices at all times:
”Road safety is a shared responsibility. Continuous education and compliance with traffic regulations are critical in preventing road crashes. We commend Bolt for working with the Corps… and we encourage all road users to prioritise safe driving practices at all times” – Theman
Drivers are encouraged to utilize the features of the platform to monitor their working hours and prevent fatigue. The FRSC plans to continue monitoring e-hailing compliance through increased road patrols and engagements with stakeholders.
