ACCI BEST Centre successfully completes two-day capacity training on defensive driving

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The Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI), through its Business Skills and Technology (BEST) Centre, has successfully conducted a two-day capacity-building training for its drivers titled “Driving to Safety: Defensive Driving and Vehicle Handling Techniques.”

The training was designed to enhance drivers’ safety awareness, professionalism, and technical competence, while reinforcing ACCI’s commitment to staff development and road safety.

This was contained in a statement Friday to Apex News Exclusive by Olayemi R. John-Mensah, ACCI Media and Strategy Officer.

Speaking at the programme, the Director of the ACCI BEST Centre, Dr. Tinuke Temitope, encouraged participants to maintain rapt attention throughout the sessions and fully assimilate the lessons delivered by industry experts. She emphasized that applying the knowledge gained would significantly improve their professionalism, efficiency, and safety performance on the road.

The training featured comprehensive sessions on defensive driving principles, the roles and responsibilities of professional drivers, and the importance of drivers serving as ambassadors of their organizations.

Participants were also trained on hazard recognition and space management, with practical insights on identifying road risks, anticipating the actions of other road users, and maintaining safe following distances.

Additional sessions focused on professional conduct and effective communication, highlighting discipline, emotional intelligence, stress management, and responsible behavior while driving. Case studies and interactive group discussions provided participants with opportunities to share experiences, ask questions, and apply newly acquired skills to real-life driving situations.

Overall, the programme equipped participants with essential competencies in defensive driving, vehicle handling, hazard management, and post-incident response.

Through practical engagement and expert-led discussions, drivers strengthened their safety awareness and ability to manage real-world driving challenges effectively.

The training concluded with the presentation of certificates to participants, reaffirming ACCI–BEST’s dedication to capacity building, road safety, and professional excellence within and beyond the Chamber.