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Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Anambra State has commissioned newly completed infrastructure projects at the RS5.36 Oraifite Unit Command in Ekwusigo Local Government Area of the state.
The commissioned projects include a new entrance security gate, four solar-powered street lights, and a mini connecting gate, all aimed at improving the security, visibility, functionality and overall outlook of the Unit Command.
While the newly constructed entrance security gate was donated by High Chief Chudi Ufondu (Ichie Odogwu Oraifite, four solar-powered street lights were donated by Chief Donatus Ndukwe.
The Unit Commander, CRC Ogechukwu Nwolisa, sponsored the mini connecting gate.
Speaking during the commissioning ceremony as part of her third quarterly visit to the Unit in 2026, Sector Commander, Bridget Asekhauno commended the Unit Commander for her transformational leadership, dedication and commitment to improving the standard of the Oraifite Unit Command within a relatively short period.
She also appreciated the project sponsors for their generosity and commitment to supporting development of the FRSC, describing the gestures as demonstration of importance of strategic partnerships and community synergy in advancing road safety.
The Sector Commander called on other stakeholders and members of the Oraifite community to emulate the donors by supporting FRSC programmes and initiatives aimed at improving road safety and contributing to the achievement of the Corps’ strategic objectives.
“Effective road safety management is a collective responsibility, requiring the cooperation of government agencies, traditional institutions, community leaders, security agencies, religious organisations, youth groups and other relevant stakeholders,” she added.
Earlier, the Unit Commander expressed appreciation to the Sector Commander, invited dignitaries, sister security agencies, stakeholders, and members of the host community for their continued support towards the development of the Unit Command.
She particularly commended the Sector Commander for her tremendous moral and financial support towards improving the physical outlook and general welfare of the Command, including the recent repainting of the Command’s hall.
Describing the new entrance security gate as a significant milestone, Nwolisa said it was the first major entrance gate provided for the Command since its establishment in 2013.
She expressed profound gratitude to the benefactor for their gestures, noting that the lighting infrastructure would enhance visibility and improve the security of the Command’s premises and assets, particularly at night.
The event which attracted dignitaries across the state featured awards of recognition presented to the project donors and other deserving stakeholders in appreciation for continued partnership to the development of the Unit Command,
Among the dignitaries were representative of His Royal Highness, Igwe Dr. Dan Udoji (Anumanu Oraifite), Chief Emmanuel Ubajiaka; representatives of the Nigeria Police Force; Agunechemba Security Outfit (Udogachi); Rev. Fr. Anthony Nwachukwu, Parish Priest of St. John Catholic Church, Oraifite; FRSC Special Marshals; representatives of the Oraifite youth leadership, and other stakeholders.
The guests commended the FRSC leadership for its commitment to road safety and community engagement, pledging their continued support and partnership with the Corps towards protecting lives and property as well as promoting safer roads within the community.
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