In a heartwarming display of national appreciation for service and safety advocacy, HRH Dr. Selky Kile Torughedi—the revered Eyewei (V) of Azzuzuama in Southern Ijaw LGA, Bayelsa State, and Amananawei of the FCT Abuja—has been conferred with the prestigious Honorary Special Marshal title by the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) of Nigeria.The colorful investiture ceremony took place on Sunday, March 15, 2026, in the nation’s capital, Abuja, drawing a vibrant gathering of prominent Ijaw sons and daughters from across Northern Nigeria and the FCT.
The event highlighted deep pride, unity, and admiration for a traditional ruler whose lifelong dedication to community development, humanitarian values, and protecting lives has earned widespread respect.Among the distinguished guests were Dr. Pere Arotu(former Commissioner of Police), Ambassador Success Motajo (former Chairperson of the Ijaw Community in Abuja), and other respected community leaders who came together to celebrate this well-deserved milestone.
Leading the decoration, Dr. Adaji Usman, National Coordinator of the FRSC Special Marshals, explained that this honorary recognition is reserved for exceptional individuals who stand out in volunteerism, road safety promotion, and safeguarding human lives.In a glowing tribute before the investiture, Dr. Usman shared: “We are here today on the directive of the Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed mni, to decorate you, HRH Dr. Selky Kile Torughedi, in recognition of your outstanding record in community building and your unwavering commitment to the value of human lives in Nigeria. It is therefore a great honour for the Corps to confer upon you the prestigious title of Honorary Special Marshal.”
Accepting the honor with humility and gratitude, HRH Dr. Selky expressed deep appreciation to the FRSC leadership for deeming him worthy. He framed the award as a renewed call to action: “Today stands as a historic milestone in the annals of safety and the protection of lives and property. I do not take this investiture for granted as I believe that my commitment to safety and community building has been recognised. My doors will always remain open for continuous collaboration aimed at strengthening safety awareness and safeguarding lives across our communities.”
Attendees described the recognition as richly earned, pointing to the royal father’s consistent leadership, compassion, and efforts to foster cohesion among Ijaw people in the FCT and beyond. The ceremony wrapped up with joyful felicitations from dignitaries, who commended the FRSC Special Marshals for spotlighting role models whose dedication inspires broader responsibility for road safety, national unity, and the precious value of every life.
