By Sampson W. Weah
MONROVIA — The National Safety Partnership of Liberia (NASAPAL Inc.) has commended the Government of Liberia and the Liberia National Police (LNP) for introducing a unified national curriculum for driver education, describing it as a significant step toward improving road safety standards.
In a statement issued by its Founder and Public Safety Advocate, Philip E. P. Woods II, NASAPAL said the “One Curriculum, One Training of Trainers (TOT)” system will standardize driver education across the country and strengthen accountability in the licensing process.
The organization noted that the reform ensures all driving schools provide uniform instruction on traffic laws and safe driving practices, improving the preparedness of new drivers.
“This means every driver trained in Liberia will receive the same level of instruction and be better prepared to operate on the roads responsibly,” the statement said.
NASAPAL expressed optimism that, if properly enforced, the initiative could help reduce road accidents, injuries, and fatalities nationwide.
However, the group also called for additional reforms, urging the Liberia Medical and Dental Association (LMDA) to collaborate with the LNP to introduce mandatory medical screening for all driver license applicants.
It recommended routine vision tests and general medical examinations to determine fitness to drive.
According to NASAPAL, undiagnosed conditions such as poor eyesight, hypertension, and diabetes among some drivers pose hidden risks on Liberian roads.
“These are risks that often go unnoticed but can lead to serious accidents,” the statement warned, emphasizing that medical screening would ensure only physically fit individuals are licensed.
NASAPAL reaffirmed its readiness to work with relevant institutions to promote road safety and reduce preventable traffic incidents, stressing that improved road discipline requires coordinated national effort.
