The Automobile and Touring Club of Nigeria (ATCN) has trained over 300 youths and students on safe road usage and sustainable mobility in Abuja.
The two-day programme took place at the Shehu Musa Yaradua Centre, attracting students from Baze University Abuja, Nile University Abuja and Nasarawa State University, Keffi.
President of ATCN, Mr. Ishaku Bamaiyi, during the programme, said the organization was dedication to fostering road safety and sustainable mobility among the youth.
“Considering the fact that they are the future of the society, it is crucial to take the issue of the safety of the youth seriously and develop inclusive policies that carry them along,” he said.
He expressed concern with the troubling trend of youths becoming victims of road accidents, saying, “The rate at which our youth are falling victims of road crashes and the negative impact on their education, health, families, and future is alarming.”
On the first day, participants engaged in a session titled “Promoting Safe and Sustainable Mobility for Youth: Advocacy and Awareness.”
This session included presentations on youth statistics related to road crashes, an exploration of the costs of inaction surrounding road safety, and discussions about various modes of transportation and sustainable mobility practices.
The second day featured panel and roundtable discussions, focusing on crucial topics such as policy-making, infrastructure development, and youth-led road safety advocacy.
Participants explored innovations in sustainable transportation and clean mobility, concluding with collaborative discussions on actionable ideas and strategies.
