The General Officer Commanding, 81 Division Nigerian Army, Major General Adebayo Babalola, has reaffirmed the Division’s commitment to strengthening collaboration with the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Zone 2 Lagos to enhance security and safety on roads across Lagos and Ogun states.

He gave this assurance when the Zonal Commanding Officer, Assistant Corps Marshal Mathew Olonisaye, paid a courtesy visit to the Headquarters of the 81 Division in Victoria Island, Lagos.

Babalola stated that the visit reflects the Chief of Army Staff’s Command Philosophy on Strategic Cooperation, emphasising that security and safety cannot be achieved by any single agency.

According to him, strategic cooperation highlights the complementary roles played by both armed and unarmed security agencies in safeguarding citizens and maintaining public order.

The GOC commended the Zonal Commanding Officer and personnel of FRSC Zone 2 Lagos for their dedication and proactive efforts in maintaining road safety. He assured them of the full support of the 81 Division in the discharge of their statutory responsibilities and wished them a successful tour of duty.

In his remarks, Olonisaye stated that the purpose of the visit was to familiarise himself with the GOC, officers and soldiers of the Division, and to strengthen the longstanding cordial relationship between FRSC Zone 2 Lagos and the 81 Division Nigerian Army.

He observed that the Nigerian Army has consistently demonstrated a sense of ownership and support towards the FRSC, noting that some FRSC personnel have benefited from training opportunities within the Nigerian Army. He also commended the Division’s troops for their unwavering efforts in ensuring security along major routes, which has significantly enhanced the Corps’ operational effectiveness.

The Zonal Commanding Officer further advocated sustained synergy through joint operations, joint training exercises and enhanced intelligence sharing between both organisations.

He noted that the complementary roles of armed and unarmed security agencies are critical to safeguarding citizens and maintaining public order.