India’s Home Affairs Ministry Partners with FRSC to Boost Officers’ Mental Resilience and Capacity

India’s Home Affairs Ministry Partners with FRSC to Boost Officers’ Mental Resilience and Capacity

In a groundbreaking move to strengthen the mental resilience and professional capacity of Nigerian road safety personnel, the Indian Ministry of Home Affairs, through Rashtriya Raksha University, has entered into a strategic partnership with the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC).

This collaboration, facilitated by India’s premier National Security and Police University, will see 1,000 FRSC officers undergo intensive training in stress management and emotional wellbeing this August. The initiative is a major step in Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed’s ongoing efforts to ensure not only the safety of road users but also the mental and emotional health of FRSC officers.

According to a press statement made available to the National Association of Online Security News Publishers (NAOSNP), the upcoming training programme will address key issues such as occupational stress, emotional regulation, and peer support systems. The goal is to build psychological resilience among personnel while fostering a healthier and more supportive work culture across the Corps.

“Our personnel operate under immense pressure every day to keep Nigerian roads safe,” said Corps Marshal Mohammed. “By investing in their mental and emotional health, we are strengthening our capacity to serve the nation with professionalism, empathy, and excellence.”

The training curriculum will draw on India’s renowned expertise in emotional intelligence, mindfulness, and wellness. Participants will benefit from a fusion of modern scientific approaches and traditional mental health practices, with instruction delivered by clinical psychologists, research experts, and administrative professionals from Rashtriya Raksha University.

Expected outcomes of the programme include enhanced self-awareness of stress triggers, improved emotional regulation skills, stronger peer support networks, and better crisis-response capabilities.

This initiative builds on an earlier engagement that began in March 2025, when some FRSC personnel attended training sessions in Gujarat, India. As part of the ongoing collaboration, 10 officers are also preparing to travel to India in August to begin postgraduate studies in fields such as cybersecurity, information technology, data management, and traffic enforcement.

The main phase of the stress management training will be rolled out in four key locations, including the FRSC Academy in Udi, Enugu State, and the Marshal Inspectorate Training School in Owo-Alero. It will feature both physical and virtual sessions to ensure broad participation and lasting impact.

The landmark partnership between the two nations reflects a shared commitment to building resilient, people-focused public institutions that prioritize safety, service delivery, and the overall wellbeing of their workforce.