Al-Amn Magazine

Throughout a decades-long distinguished career, the late Buhaji became a leading voice in traffic awareness, embracing innovative approaches that brought him closer to the hearts of citizens and residents alike.  His radio and television programmes, including the renowned «Path of Safety» and «Stop», became integral to public life, fostering a safety culture and responsible road usage among generations of Bahrainis. Born in Muharraq in 1943, the late Buhajji pursued his early education locally before obtaining a diploma in Police Sciences from the Police College in Egypt in 1966. He began his career in the Customs Directorate before joining the Ministry of Interior in 1973, where he took on the role of Lieutenant in the Traffic Awareness Section of the Traffic Directorate.  From that point forward, he dedicated himself to promoting road safety awareness with exceptional passion and professionalism, continuing his mission even after his official retirement in 2002. His contributions were not limited to media programmes; he played a foundational role in establishing several key initiatives, including the General Committee for Road Safety, the School Traffic Awareness Committee, and the Public Transportation Committee for heavy transport owners. His dedication culminated in his authorship of a valuable documentary work titled «Glimpses from the History of Traffic in Bahrain (1914–1969)». In recognition of his exemplary service, the late Buhaiji received several prestigious honours, including the Fifth Class Bahrain Medal in 1986, the First Class Distinguished Military Service Medal in 1988, the Long Service Medal in 1989, and the National Work Award in 1992. Additionally, the Muharraq Club honoured him as one of the distinguished pioneers of Muharraq in 1996. His efforts extended to the regional and Arab levels, notably contributing to the launch of the Gulf Traffic Week initiative, where he represented Bahrain and helped unify traffic Shaikh Duaij bin Khalifa Al Khalifa Khalil Ibrahim Al Thawadi