Minister, FRSC boss laud retired deputy corps marshal

The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo has lauded a retired Deputy Corps Marshal, Training, Bisi Kazeem for his outstanding contributions to the Federal Road Safety Commission.

Tunji-Ojo hailed Kazeem during the 11th valedictory lecture series of the commission on Wednesday in Abuja.

In his 35-year career, Kazeem was credited with significantly enhancing the organisation, leaving it in a notably improved state from when he first joined.

The minister praised Kazeem’s dedication, saying, “You have created a legacy. You might think you are retired, but you are not tired.

“I am proud to call myself his brother because he has done well. Thank you so much for making the FRSC better than the way you met it.”

He also emphasised the continued importance of the corps within Nigeria’s internal security framework, noting the vital role that road safety plays in logistics and overall security.

“And for the Road Safety Commission, I sincerely believe you have a bigger role to play even within the internal security architecture of Nigeria,” he said.

In his remarks, the FRSC boss, Shehu Mohammed, echoed the minister’s sentiments during the event.

“Today, we honour and bid farewell to a dedicated and exemplary officer, Deputy Corps Marshal Olabisi Kazeem. Your unwavering commitment and invaluable contributions have left an indelible mark on our organisation and the nation,” Mohammed stated.

He highlighted Kazeem’s leadership and his efforts in setting new standards of excellence, noting, “It is clear that you consistently strive beyond the core of duty to set new standards of excellence and exemplary leadership in discharging your duties while in service.

“As you embark on this new chapter of your life, I have no doubt that your experiences in the federal receptacle will be brought to bear on your future engagements with greater impact.

“Meanwhile, remain assured that the corps will call on you any time we need your service, and I hope you will oblige us when we do.”

In his lecture titled, “Resilience, loyalty, and Grace: How I thrived working closely with three Corps Marshals in FRSC,” Kazeem expressed deep emotion as he reflected on his long tenure with the corps, which he described as a “home and family” for 35 years.

He recounted his experiences working under eight Corps Marshals and expressed gratitude for the opportunity to work closely with three of them in his later years.

Kazeem emphasised the values of resilience, loyalty and grace that guided him throughout his career, and he vowed to continue mentoring future leaders as he transitions to retirement.