The Seminar on Peace Building and Conflict Prevention and Resolution organised by five Rotary Clubs with law enforcement officers, transport operators and union in Lagos took place at Oshodi-Isolo Local Council Development Area.
The talk with the topic: “Enhancing collaboration for safer roads: Strengthening Partnerships between Law Enforcement, Transport Operators and Union in Lagos,” according to the President, Rotary Club of Isolo, Dr. Tokunbo Allison who spoke on behalf of other four presidents, was organised to foster partnership with law enforcement agents with a view to facilitate conflict-free relationship between them and numerous road users.
“I never knew that it is compulsory for drivers to always have scissors and razor blade in the car to cut the seat belt tied in case of an accident.
“We were told of the importance of ensuring that break light, rear light as well as the head light are all functioning to avoid conflict with law enforcement agents on the road.
“We were educated on the responsibility of Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) when it comes to the issuance of driving licence and that while doing this through them, receipts should be demanded, adding that drivers should flee from anyone who claims to be FRSC official without Identity Card.
‘Road users are reminded that law enforcement agents are human beings too who deserve to be treated with decorum to avoid conflict and that drivers should also be wary of transfer of aggression,” she said
Other presidents that participated in the project include James Oladiran, Richard Tetede, Ben Dare, Bolatito Olaboye of Rotary Clubs of Abule Egba Metro, Ikeja Golden, Akowonjo and Ikeja South respectively.
Sector Unit Commander, Federal Safety Commission, Joe Ukoh at the event said for drivers to avoid conflict with road law enforcement agents they should not be reckless in their driving but drive according to stipulated speed limit, obey traffic rules and regulations as well as ensuring they treat law enforcement officers with smiles and spirit of friendship because they are also human beings.
He added that conflict cannot be totally eradicated but minimised.
