Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, and the Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ogun State Council, have mourned the death of the state’s Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Sector Commander, Corps Commander Oludare Ogunjobi, following his demise after a brief illness.
The state sector command’s Public Relations Officer, Afolabi Odunsi, announced Ogunjobi’s death on Sunday.
In a condolence statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Kayode Akinmade, Abiodun expressed sympathy with the Corps Marshal and the FRSC national leadership in Abuja, as well as the management, officers and men of the Corps nationwide.
The governor also extended his condolences to the deceased’s family, friends and professional associates, describing his death as a significant loss to the road safety sector and the country.
He noted that “The late Ogunjobi’s commitment to road safety administration, public enlightenment and stakeholder engagement reflects the importance of dedicated service to the protection of lives and property.
The late Sector Commander played an important role in promoting responsible road use, improving compliance with traffic regulations and advancing efforts to make Ogun State’s roads safer for motorists and other road users.
Commander Ogunjobi’s death is a painful loss, particularly at a time when the collective efforts of road safety officials remain critical to reducing road traffic crashes and protecting the lives of citizens.”
Abiodun prayed for the peaceful repose of Ogunjobi’s soul and urged his family, colleagues and associates to draw comfort from his contributions to national service.
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He further asked God to give the bereaved family, the FRSC leadership, personnel of the Corps and others affected by the death the strength to cope with the loss.
Similarly, the Correspondents’ Chapel expressed grief over the sudden passing of the sector commander in a condolence letter signed by its Chairman and Secretary, Yetunde Fatungase and Hakeem Adegbenro, respectively.
The chapel, which represents correspondents working for national newspapers in Ogun State, praised Ogunjobi’s leadership, professionalism and contributions to road safety and media relations.
The association said, “As members of the press who worked closely with Commander Ogunjobi, we can attest to his exceptional leadership, dedication to duty, and commitment to the mandate of the Federal Road Safety Corps. His efforts in enhancing public enlightenment, fostering robust media and stakeholder engagement, and ensuring safer roads across Ogun State were truly commendable.
“Commander Ogunjobi was not only a dedicated public officer but also an open, media-friendly administrator who recognised the crucial partnership between the FRSC and the press in saving lives on our highways. Only recently, the late Commander acknowledged the chapel’s courtesy visit letter. His professional approach, warmth, and accessibility will be greatly missed by the journalism community in Ogun State.
“On behalf of the entire membership of the Correspondents’ Chapel, we extend our heartfelt condolences to the leadership, officers, and men of the FRSC RS2.2 Ogun State Sector Command, as well as the national leadership of the Corps. Our thoughts and prayers are equally with his immediate family, friends, and loved ones during this painful time. We pray that Almighty God grants his soul eternal rest and gives his family and the Corps the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss.”