The Division of Well being & Security of ArcelorMittal Liberia (AML), in collaboration with the Liberia Nationwide Police, has concluded a one-day highway security coaching for industrial motorcyclists working within the Yekepa area.
Held on August 12, 2025, the session introduced collectively about 150 riders, every of whom obtained a certificates, a reflective security jacket, and a helmet upon completion. The coaching was facilitated by AML Security Supervisor Ahmad Massaquoi, AML Transport Coordinator Koffa Slewion, and law enforcement officials from the Yekepa detachment.
Discussions centered on the very important position of helmets in stopping head accidents, in addition to the broader risks of motorbike accidents in Liberia. In keeping with 2024 statistics, motorcyclists—most between the ages of 18 and 35—accounted for the most important share of the 138 recorded highway accidents within the nation.
In his remarks, Mr. Massaquoi burdened that cautious, cautious driving is crucial to preserving life. Recognizing that many younger individuals in Liberia have turned to industrial motorcycling as a livelihood—typically abandoning formal schooling to help their households—AML’s Well being & Security Division noticed the necessity to present each coaching and protecting gear to assist stop critical accidents, particularly to the pinnacle. He known as on all stakeholders to take accountability in selling safer driving practices.
Mr. Slewion delivered a fascinating presentation on helmet security, noting that the pinnacle “accommodates all the things about us,” and {that a} helmet considerably reduces the severity of accidents in an accident. He cautioned riders that head impacts could cause long-term harm—even when the injured particular person seems outwardly regular—underscoring the helmet’s position as a crucial safeguard.
Police Commander Horace T. Zeigeay praised AML for organizing this system and offering security supplies to the riders. He urged motorcyclists to take security critically, noting that it’s a matter of defending their very own lives. Commander Zeigeay additionally identified widespread violations of Liberia’s Automobile and Site visitors Legislation, together with enjoying loud music whereas driving, utilizing earpieces, driving in slippers, competing for highway area with sooner autos, and overtaking in harmful areas, all of which enhance the danger of accidents.
The occasion ended on a observe of mutual dedication to highway security, with AML, the Liberia Nationwide Police, and the motorcyclists agreeing that defending lives should stay a high precedence within the Yekepa area.
