The Road Safety Officers' Wives Association, ROSOWA, has settled the medical bills of some indigent road crash victims and donated relief materials to support patients receiving treatment at the National Hospital Trauma Centre, Abuja. This gesture is part of activities marking the 2026 World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims. The association aims to alleviate difficulties faced by patients and their families while undergoing treatment.
ROSOWA President, Dr Nafisat Shehu-Mohammed, led the delegation to the hospital and called on motorists to demonstrate compassion towards victims of road crashes. She urged motorists to avoid driving under the influence of alcohol and ensure that injured persons receive prompt medical attention rather than abandoning them at accident scenes. Dr Shehu-Mohammed emphasized the importance of responsible driving and consideration for other road users.
The visit was replicated across the federation, aiming to identify with people affected by road crashes, particularly victims receiving treatment and families who had lost loved ones. The initiative provided an opportunity to demonstrate compassion and provide support to victims and their families, reassuring them that they were not alone in their difficult circumstances. The association was guided by the theme, “A Light to Unite Us,” and the decade’s call to “Support, Remember and Act.”
Dr Shehu-Mohammed called on drivers involved in road crashes to demonstrate a sense of responsibility by stopping to assist victims rather than fleeing the scene. She stressed that responsible driving and consideration for other road users were essential to creating a safer motoring environment and ensuring that travellers returned safely to their families. The ROSOWA President emphasized that safety was a shared responsibility that required the commitment of all road users.
The ROSOWA President listed pedestrians, cyclists, drivers and motorcyclists among those who must prioritise safety and comply with traffic regulations. She urged road users to wear appropriate safety gear, including reflective jackets where necessary, and advised parents and guardians to ensure that children were transported using appropriate child restraint systems. Dr Shehu-Mohammed particularly cautioned against allowing underage children to occupy the front seat of vehicles.
On the humanitarian support provided during the visit, Dr Shehu-Mohammed said the association donated detergents, tissue paper, other consumables and cash gifts to support the patients. The donated items aimed to provide relief and comfort to patients and their families during their recovery. The association's gesture demonstrated its commitment to supporting victims of road crashes and promoting road safety.
The ROSOWA President's call to action emphasized the importance of collective action and solidarity with people affected by road traffic crashes. The association's initiative served as a reminder of the need for road users to prioritize safety and demonstrate compassion towards victims of road crashes. By supporting victims and promoting road safety, ROSOWA aims to create a safer motoring environment in Nigeria.
Key points
- ROSOWA donates relief materials to National Hospital Trauma Centre to support road crash victims.
