Bolt, FRSC Hold Safety Training For Ride-Hailing Drivers
Ride-hailing platform Bolt has partnered with the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) to train driver-partners and couriers in Abuja, in a move aimed at improving road safety awareness and reducing avoidable traffic incidents.
The road safety education programme, organised with the FRSC’s FCT Sector Command, brought together more than 100 Bolt drivers and couriers for practical training sessions led by road safety officials.
The sessions focused on responsible driving behaviour, compliance with traffic regulations, fatigue management, defensive driving techniques and the dangers of drunk driving. Participants also received guidance on speed limits, seatbelt use, overtaking rules and other safe driving practices.
Bolt said the programme forms part of broader efforts to strengthen safety awareness among professional drivers who operate on its platform.
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Weyinmi Aghadiuno, Bolt’s head of regulatory and policy for Africa, said the partnership highlights the importance of combining technology with driver education to improve road safety outcomes.
“Safety is fundamental to how mobility platforms operate, and it goes beyond technology. Partnering with the FRSC allows us to equip our driver-partners and couriers with practical knowledge to navigate Nigerian roads safely every day. Our goal is to ensure that both drivers and riders feel confident using the platform while contributing to safer cities overall,” Aghadiuno said.
The initiative also reflects findings from Bolt’s safety perception survey released last year, which showed that about two-thirds of respondents believe ride-hailing services help reduce drunk driving by providing an alternative transport option.
FRSC officials welcomed the collaboration, noting that partnerships between regulators and private mobility companies can strengthen public awareness and improve compliance with traffic rules.
Felix N. Theman, FCT sector commander corps commander said continuous education for drivers remains essential to reducing road crashes.
“Road safety is a shared responsibility. Continuous education and compliance with traffic regulations are critical in preventing road crashes. We commend Bolt for working with the Corps to sensitize its drivers and couriers, and we encourage all road users to prioritize safe driving practices at all times,” he added.
The programme included presentations, interactive sessions and open discussions where drivers were able to ask questions and seek clarification on road regulations and safe operational practices.
Both organisations said stronger collaboration between regulators and mobility platforms can play a key role in improving road safety outcomes across Nigeria, particularly as ride-hailing services continue to grow in major cities.
Bolt said it plans to continue working with authorities and driver communities to promote safety awareness and support initiatives aimed at making Nigerian roads safer for all users.
