RAPNEC- Road Accident Prevention Network Centre
RAPNEC is an independent, nonprofit organization dedicated to improving road safety and emergency response in Nigeria. Established under the Corporate and Allied Matters Act 1990, we are committed to reducing road traffic crashes through advocacy, grassroots sensitization, and innovative safety interventions.
About Us
RAPNEC NG is a non-governmental organization dedicated to promoting road safety and preventing substance abuse in Nigeria.
Our Vision
A Nigeria with zero road crashes, promoting road safety, and communities free from the devastating effects of substance abuse.
Our Mission
To reduce the incidence of road accidents and substance-related problems through education, advocacy, and community-based initiatives, thereby promoting a safer and healthier Nigeria.
Our Focus Areas
Road Accident Prevention:
We work to reduce the number of road accidents and fatalities through public awareness campaigns, driver education, and advocacy for improved road safety infrastructure.
Substance Use Prevention
We aim to prevent substance abuse among vulnerable populations, particularly youth, through evidence-based programs, counseling, and community outreach.
What We Do
Road Safety Awareness & Education
We educate the public on the causes of road accidents and how to prevent them, with a special focus on protecting children, pedestrians, and vulnerable road users..
Driver & Road User Training
We provide comprehensive training for drivers, road users, and stakeholders through driving schools, workshops, and safety campaigns.
Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration
We foster partnerships between drivers, passengers, traffic agencies, road construction companies, and the government to create a seamless and safer transportation system.
Creating Safer Road Environments
We advocate for a 50% speed reduction in urban areas and a 30% reduction in school zones, market areas, and public settlements to protect lives.
Global partnership for road safety
As Nigeria’s lead NGO for the UN Global plan for the Decade of Action on Road Safety 2021-2030, we collaborate with international organization like iRAP to advance road safety initiatives.
Our Partners
Our Objectives
- To create awareness amongst the public on the probable causes of road accident.
- To proffer ways on how to prevent road accident.
- To ensure the safety of Children while using or crossing the road.
- To educate drivers and road users of all categories home and abroad on road safety.
- To encourage smooth relationship between the drivers and passengers
- To organize awareness programs such as workshops, To create a conducive operational environment for drivers and other stake holders on the use of road.
- To save live and properties and encourage love between members of the organization.
- To relate with international organization in the training of Nigerians in area of road.
- Safety and other areas related to saving of lives and properties.
Safety Tips
Education and awareness
Educate yourself and others about road safety rules and regulations.
Strict Law enforcement
Support strict law enforcement to prevent reckless driving and substance abuse
Advance Driver Training
Encourage advanced driver training programs to improve driving skills.
Improved Infrastructure
Advocate for improved road infrastructure and maintenance.
Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety
Prioritize pedestrian and cyclist safety measures, such as dedicated lanes and crossings
Stay Aware of your surrounding
Pay attention to what’s around your car, not just the vehicle itself.
Upcoming Conference
ROAD SAFETY AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE REDUCTION CONFERENCE ABUJA 2025
THEME: UNITY IN ACTION: COMBATING SUBSTANCE ABUSE & PROMOTING ROAD SAFETY.
Our Goal:
To create a safer and healthier Nigeria, free from the devastating effects of road accidents and substance abuse.
News & Press Release
Join Us in Making Roads Safer
Every life lost in a road accident is one too many. Through awareness, education, and collaboration, we can prevent crashes and protect lives.
Get Involved. Stay Safe. Save Lives.
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