Building Bridges: TETFund and FRSC Forge Partnership Towards a Safer and More Educated Nigeria
Building Bridges: TETFund and FRSC Forge Partnership Towards a Safer and More Educated Nigeria
The Executive Secretary of TETFund, Arc. Sonny Echono, welcomed the Corps Marshal, Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Malam Shehu Mohammed with his delegation on a courtesy visit to TETFund headquarters in Abuja today.
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The visit was designed to foster collaboration and explore potential partnerships between TETFund and FRSC for safer and more educated Nigeria.
TETFund’s Presentation:
During the visit a video presentation highlighted TETFund’s role in improving the quality of Tertiary Education in Nigeria. Established as the Education Tax Fund, it evolved to provide supplemental support to universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education. The fund is primarily financed by a 2% education tax levied on the assessable profits of companies registered in Nigeria.
The presentation showcased TETFund’s various intervention lines, including infrastructure development, ICT support, scholarship programs, and research funding. They emphasized their commitment to promoting cutting-edge technologies and fostering collaborations with international institutions.
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FRSC’s Response:
The Corps Marshal of the FRSC, Malam Shehu Mohammed, expressed appreciation for TETFund’s work and acknowledged their significant contributions to the educational sector.
He highlighted the FRSC’s own mandate of ensuring road safety in Nigeria and noted the progress made in reducing road accidents.
He then went on to speak in depth about the FRSC’s work, and the successes they have had. He talked about how they are working to reduce fatalities on the road, through both education, and technology. He also spoke about how they were working to create a national road safety strategy.
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Collaboration and Future Plans:
The discussion turned to potential areas of collaboration between the two agencies. The FRSC expressed interest in partnering with TETFund to enhance road safety education and research within tertiary institutions. They proposed initiatives such as:
* Integrating road safety education into academic curricula.
* Supporting research on road safety technologies and practices.
* Providing training for FRSC personnel in collaboration with tertiary institutions.
* Using TETFund supported ICT infrastructure to help the FRSC.
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TETFund responded positively to these proposals, recognizing the importance of road safety and the potential for synergy between their respective missions. They pledged to explore avenues for collaboration and provide support to FRSC initiatives.
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Key Themes:
* Government Agency Collaboration: The meeting exemplified the importance of collaboration between government agencies to address national challenges.
* Educational Development: TETFund’s commitment to improving the quality of tertiary education was a central theme.
* Road Safety: The FRSC’s focus on reducing road accidents and promoting safety was a key aspect of the discussion.
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* Technology and Innovation: Both agencies recognized the role of technology and innovation in achieving their respective goals.
* National Development: The meeting underscored the shared commitment of both agencies to contributing to the social and economic development of Nigeria.
Concluding Remarks:
The meeting concluded with expressions of mutual appreciation and a commitment to further dialogue and collaboration. Both TETFund and the FRSC acknowledged the potential for a fruitful partnership that would benefit the nation.
