Ogun State Deputy Governor Engr. Noimot Salako-Oyedele
and the Paramount Ruler Egbaland, Oba Adedotun Gbadebo have praised Ogun
State Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Agency (TRACE) personnel in
managing traffic which of course has reduced road traffic crashes in the
state.
The Deputy Governor who is also the Chairman Road Safety
Advisory Council for the state said the state-owned traffic agency has
proved its mettle in the face of growing urbanization and its
complexities.
They disclosed this at TRACE at 20 Symposium and 10th
annual TRACE Commanders Conference, with the theme: ‘Building Resilient
Leadership and Management Models for Traffic Personnel/Managers in Ogun
State’ held at the Valley View Auditorium, Isale – Igbein, Abeokuta.
She stated that that the theme of this year’s Symposium
was both timely and relevant, as it considered the increasingly complex
traffic environment shaped by population growth, industrial expansion
and new mobility patterns, she added that ability of TRACE operatives to
adapt, lead and manage traffic effectively was no longer optional, but
essential.
She said she has worked closely with TRACE and it has
proven to be more than just a traffic agency but had gone all out and
beyond to educate motorists on necessary safety measures and managing
congestion in urban centres, towards ensuring swift emergency responses
on the state’s traffic corridors.
“This symposium and conference are much more than
ceremonial events, they are strategic platforms to up skill officers,
promote professionalism, and reimagine the future of traffic management
in Ogun State,” she said.
While she commended the retiring Commander General/CEO,
TRACE, Cdr ‘Seni Ogunyemi for his commitment to institutional growth
through such educative symposium, the deputy governor urged the body to
sustain its culture of discipline and service delivery.
In recognition of the efficiency of TRACE, she said the
governor recently approved the recruitment of 1000 additional personnel
to buoy its operation and increase the staff strength.
On his own part, Oba Adedotun Gbadebo, the Alake and
paramount ruler of Egbaland, Oba Adedotun Gbadebo, congratulated
TRACE,stating that they had something in common as he began his reign 20
years ago as the Alake and paramount ruler of Egbaland.
He said the traffic agency “is doing a fantastic job,” and he prayed for continuous improvement, “as their best is yet to come.”
The Ogun State Head of Service, Mr. Kehinde Onasanya,
represented by the Permanent Secretary, Bureau of Cabinet and Security,
Mr. Olanrewaju Saka, also felicitated TRACE, stating that the agency had
distinguished itself in traffic control and safety management.
He urged the Agency to take advantage of the conference
to learn new innovations in traffic control and safety management as
well as ensure accuracy in data collection.
Also, the state Commissioner for Transportation, Engr.
Gbenga Dairo, noted that TRACE has proved its mettle “as it is
recognized as a veritable agency which operates efficiently, very quick
and accurate in disseminating information about traffic.”
He commended the outgoing CG/CEO, Seni Ogunyemi for
motivating his team in improving and increasing their knowledge to help
them in carrying out their responsibilities.
On his part, Special Adviser to the Governor on
Security, AIG Shola Subair (Retd), commended the Agency for attaining
the milestone in traffic management, saying the training would help to
broaden the knowledge of officers in traffic management, law and
enforcement, while pledging that his office would continue to render
support where necessary.
In their separate well wish remarks, Ogun State
Commissioner of Police (CP) Lanre Ogunlowo, represented by Deputy
Commissioner of Police (DCP) Sarah Ehindero, the Commander Nigerian
Security and Civil Defence Corp (NSCDC), Commandant Ekundayo Omolade and
the Commander Federal Road Safety Corps Commander Akinwunmi Fasakin,
congratulated the agency for its 20 years celebration, its founding
fathers and officers of the Agency, saying TRACE and other Security
Agencies work in synergy towards a safe road and protection of lives and
property, while also commending their commitment and doggedness to
efficient traffic control and safety management.
The pioneer TRACE Commander, Major Dapo Sunmola(Retd)
said the journey so far had been smooth, saying TRACE began in a small
office at the Ministry of Transportation before it became a full-fledged
Agency, commending the leadership of the Agency for their commitment,
determination and dedication to duties, as well as the officers for
their efforts in traffic control and safety management.
In his welcome address, the TRACE boss, Cdr Seni
Ogunyemi, said as an Agency of government with the control of traffic in
the State, TRACE had continue to wax stronger despite all turbulence,
adding that the Agency had continued to uphold the core values of the
system and consistently committed to the traffic control and safety
management in the State, while commending present administration for
endorsing the recruitment of 1000 staff to strengthen the workforce.
In his presentation on the theme: ‘Building Resilient
Leadership and Management Models for Traffic Personnel/Managers in Ogun
State’, the guest lecturer, Prof. Sola Adeyanju of Nigeria Institute of
Policy and Strategic Studies, Kuru, Jos, Plateau State, listed the
qualities of a resilient leader to include Adaptability,Emotional
Intelligence, Effective decision making skills, Inspiration of
Confidence in others , Good Communication skills, Viewing challenges as
opportunities among others.
While he noted that for one to perform leadership role
effectively, “one must you be Physically sound,Mentally sound and
Emotionally balanced,” he added that a resilient leader must be able to
bounce back from setbacks, and motivate his or her followers.
“Leadership development is a lifetime journey and not a
quick trip .Never stop learning all leaders are learners…the moment you
stop learning you stop living,” he said.
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