Students Empowered With Road Safety Skills In Abuja Training Initiative

A Non-Governmental Organisation, GreenLight Initiative, has stepped up efforts to promote safer road behaviour among young people with a one-day Safe Mobility Training for student leaders in Abuja.

According to a statement issued on Saturday by its Communication Lead, Patience Agabi, the organisation said it held a driving training on Friday at Government Secondary School, Karshi.

The statement said the training brought together student leaders from secondary schools within the Orozo/Karshi axis, alongside principals, teachers, officials of the Federal Road Safety Corps, and Special Marshals.

“Participants were trained on key road safety topics, including pedestrian safety, proper use of seatbelts, and understanding road signs, as part of a broader effort to instil responsible road-use habits among students.

“The initiative forms part of the High Impact Phase of the programme, following the emergence of Government Secondary School, Orozo, as the national champion. This phase is designed to support the practical implementation of student-led solutions developed during the initiative.

“Launched in 2025 by TotalEnergies in collaboration with NNPC, the programme is implemented by GreenLight Initiative under a global framework and supported by the TotalEnergies Foundation,” the statement read.

Speaking during the training, GreenLight Initiative Manager, Star Okereh, highlighted the importance of empowering students to take ownership of road safety advocacy.

She said, “The transition from classroom learning to real-world action is one of the most powerful outcomes of the VIA Programme.

“When young people are equipped with knowledge and given the platform to lead, they become strong advocates for safer school journeys and inspire positive change in their communities.”

According to the statement, the 2025 edition of the programme engaged 600 students across 30 public secondary schools in Abuja, Lagos, and Rivers State.

It added that participants conducted school-zone risk assessments, identified safety challenges, and led awareness campaigns within their schools and surrounding communities.

The statement added that the student leaders’ training builds on these achievements by strengthening the capacity of young participants to sustain advocacy and action on road safety, particularly in high-risk school environments.

The organisation noted that the initiative shows the programme moving from theory to practical impact, highlighting how youth-led efforts can improve safety around school communities.