The Assistant Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in charge of Kwara, Osun and Kogi States, Ann Oluwakemi Oladayo, has urged Nigeria youths to shun social vices capable of destroying their future and embrace hard work, discipline and responsible living.
Oladayo gave the charge during a courtesy visit by the national leadership of the Ilupeju Youth Development Association (IYDA) to her office in Ilorin, Kwara State on Thursday. She advised the youths to remain industrious, law-abiding and avoid drug abuse and other social vices that could hinder their personal growth and aspirations.
The Assistant Corps Marshal also commended the immediate past National President of IYDA, Engineer Femi Fagbemi, and his executive for their impactful leadership and contributions to youth development in Ilupeju Ekiti.
Reaffirming her commitment to the community, ACM Oladayo pledged to continue supporting initiatives aimed at empowering Ilupeju youths and promoting the overall development of the town.
Earlier, Engineer Fagbemi appreciated ACM Oladayo for her consistent support for Ilupeju youths, particularly in facilitating employment opportunities and encouraging young people to pursue meaningful careers. He also congratulated her on her promotion and formally introduced the newly elected National President of IYDA, Comrade Lawrence Ibitoye, to her.
Speaking during the visit, Comrade Ibitoye praised the FRSC chief for her unwavering commitment to youth empowerment and community development. He appealed for her continued support in assisting qualified Ilupeju youths to secure employment with the Federal Road Safety Corps.
The IYDA National president assured her that the association would intensify campaigns against drug abuse and other social vices through youth orientation programmes, stressing that Ilupeju youths would continue to uphold values that would make the community proud. He also prayed for greater success and elevation in her career.
Also Speaking, second in command O.R. Oyeniyi lauded ACM Oladayo’s exemplary leadership, dedication to duty, integrity and straightforwardness. She described Ilupeju Ekiti as fortunate to have a daughter of such outstanding character and appreciated the IYDA delegation for the visit.
Assistant Corps Marshal (ACM) Ann Oluwakemi Oladayo, a native of Ilupeju Ekiti from Uyanmerin Quarters, is a seasoned FRSC officer who has held several strategic appointments throughout her distinguished career, introducing innovative initiatives that have enhanced the Corps’ operations. She has served in key commands across Lagos, Abuja and currently Ilorin, Kwara State.
Renowned for her outstanding professionalism and impressive academic credentials, ACM Oladayo is the number two most senior female officers from the South-West in the Federal Road Safety Corps, with a record of exemplary leadership and dedicated public service.
Members of the delegation included the IYDA Vice President, Mrs Mary Adeojo; former Public Relations Officer, Hon. Ojo Oluropo; Mrs Bukola Aborisade; former Director of Welfare, Mr Musa Laisi; former Auditor, Arigbede Folorunso; former Director of Artisans, Chief Ojo Toyese; former Chairman, Transportation Committee; and former IGR Chairman, Hon. Sunday Ige.
