FRSC Tasks Vulcanizers on Professionalism to Minimize Crashes in Anambra

The Federal Road Safety Corpp.. On jkmim (FRSC) in Anambra State has urged vulcanizers to uphold high professional standards to reduce road traffic crashes in the state. This call was made by Sector Commander Joyce Nnennaya Alexander at a one-day workshop with the Awka South Vulcanizer Union.

The workshop, organized by the 5.3 Sector Command, addressed challenges in tire maintenance and repair, including a shortage of qualified vulcanizers, poor-quality repairs, and inadequate regulatory frameworks. Alexander emphasized the need for collaboration between FRSC, Vulcanizer Union, transport authorities, and associations on awareness campaigns to educate drivers on proper tire maintenance and the dangers of poor repairs.

Key recommendations made at the meeting was to ensure comprehensive training and certification which will help upgrade vulcanizers' competence. Implementation and enforcement of standards for tire repairs and vulcanizer operations. Awareness campaigns to collaborate on awareness and educate drivers on proper tire maintenance and the dangers of poor repairs.

SRC JA Francis delivered a lecture on "The Role of Vulcanizers in Reducing Road Traffic Crashes (RTCs)," highlighting the functions of vulcanizers, their roles in road safety, and tire-related causes of Road Traffic Crashes. DCC Christy Okonkwo encouraged participants to apply the knowledge from the workshop for improved tire maintenance practices.

The FRSC's efforts aim to promote a safer motoring environment and eliminate road traffic crashes in line with the Corps' vision.

Tension In Uruagu Nnewi As Community Leaders Dare Soludo,Defy Court Order

The President of Uruagu-Nnewi Development Union, Chief Sunday Okoli aka Organizer, and the Obi of Uruagu-Nnewi community in Nnewi North local government area of Anambra State, His Majesty Afamefuna Charles Obi, have swept Soludo's directive to the gutters, by reason of their suspension and subsequent dessolution of the leadership of the community's youth forum, led by Ejike Ifejiofor, and subsequent appointment of caretaker executive to pilot the affairs of youths in the community. The Anambra governor had, through a letter dated August 9, 2024, signed by the Permanent Secretary, Anambra State Ministry of Youth Development, Dr. Martin Agbili, warned the community leaders to stay any action regarding suspension of the Uruagu-Nnewi youth forum. The community had, through its PG, Chief Okoli, written to the Ministry of Youths Development, notifying the ministry of "immediate suspension" of the youth group over alleged insecurity in the area. But the ministry,...

Tinubu Appoints Chioma Awuzie Substantive Rector, Fed Poly Oko

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Dr. Chioma Irene Awuzie as the substantive Rector of Federal Polytechnic, Oko, Anambra State. Dr. Awuzie's appointment, which takes effect immediately for a five-year term, follows the recommendation of the Polytechnic's Governing Council, chaired by Sen. Dr. Barnabas Gemade, after a transparent and competitive selection process where she emerged as the leading candidate. Prior to her appointment, Awuzie, who holds a Doctorate Degree in Physical and Materials Chemistry, was a distinguished Chief Lecturer in the Department of Science Laboratory Technology (Chemistry Option) and also Director in-charge of Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) Projects in the Polytechnic. Under her stewardship, Federal Polytechnic, Oko, witnessed unprecedented advancements in infrastructure and institutional transformation. Her leadership facilitated monumental developments across the Polytechnic’s campuses in Oko, ...

Federal Polytechnic Oko Holds Two-Day Recruitment Interview to Address Staff Shortages

The Federal Polytechnic, Oko, Anambra State, has begun a two-day interview exercise aimed at recruiting qualified personnel to fill vacant positions arising from staff retirements and other forms of exit from service. The exercise commenced on Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. and is being overseen by the Rector, Dr. Chioma Irene Awuzie, who personally announced the names of shortlisted candidates. Addressing the applicants, Dr. Awuzie cautioned that while many candidates were invited for the exercise, only a limited number would eventually be engaged, citing budgetary constraints facing the institution. She urged the candidates to remain patient and understanding throughout the process. According to the Rector, the recruitment exercise was structured to ensure transparency, fairness, and strict compliance with approved financial limits. Speaking with journalists at the interview venue, the Acting Registrar, Chief Dominic Nwagwu, explained that the exercise became necessary...