NANS PARTNERS FRSC AGAINST FAKE NUMBER PLATES, EXPRESSES READINESS TO BEGIN SENSITISATION OF MEMBERS The leadership of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) have joined other critical stakeholders to add momentum to the ongoing special patrol operations against fake number plates in Nigeria; through aggressive sensitisation of their members. The partnership was sealed during a crucial meeting between the national leadership of the Association and the Corps Marshal in Abuja on Friday 7 February, 2025. The delegation which comprises of the President, Comrade Lucky Omonefe, the President of the Senate of the Association, Comrade Akintoye Babatunde and other Excos were led by the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Student Affairs, Honourable Sunday Ashefon. In the course of his address, Honourable Sunday condemned in totality, the proliferation of fake number plates, describing it as a threat to national security and a mockery of the country's transportation system. Noting that the President Tinubu administration is not ready to fold its arms while unscrupulous individuals undermine the efforts of the FRSC and other law enforcement agencies in enhancing the safety and security of the citizens. He affirmed that NANS being a highly reputable and recognised body will not allow it's name to be stained by participating in unlawful escapades. The President while commending the efforts of the Corps under the amiable leadership of Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed said that the Association is ever ready to support and partner with the Corps towards the actualisation of the corporate mandate of the Corps. While explaining that the present leadership of NAN is cool headed, highly focused and ready for fruitful partnership, Comrade Lucky pledged his administration's readiness to engage its members across the country and sensitise them on the implications of using fake/unauthorized number plates. The Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed who had earlier given a very robust explanation about the ongoing operations and why it is highly imperative for the enhancement of safety and security commended the Association for the decision to join FRSC in this regard, describing it as a welcomed development. "We appreciate the support of NANS and we look forward to working together to achieve our common goal of ensuring road safety in Nigeria," said the Corps Marshal. The partnership between NANS and FRSC will aim at sensitizing students and the general public about the dangers of fake number plates and the importance of obtaining genuine number plates from authorized dealers. NANS has pledged to mobilize its members across the country to support the FRSC in its efforts to rid the nation's roads of fake number plates. Signed: Olusegun Ogungbemide, mni, FISPON, anipr Assistant Corps Marshal Corps Public Education Officer FRSC Headquarters, Abuja cpeo@frsc.gov.ng 07 February, 2025.

PRESIDENTIAL DIRECTIVES: FRSC/NOA TO COMMENCE NATIONWIDE ORIENTATION AGAINST FUEL SCOPING, OTHER ROAD VICES In compliance with the Presidential directives on massive orientation of the general public on the dangers of fuel scooping, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) and the National Orientation Agency (NOA) have reached a compromise to commence a nationwide orientation campaign against fuel scooping and other road vices. This directive is an immediate response to the recent spate of devastating petrol tankers explosions in Niger, Jigawa, as well as Enugu States and the fatalities that occurred as a result of the scooping that followed suite leading to loss of over 200 lives and left hundreds more injured. The agreement which was reached during a meeting that held at the National Headquarters of the Corps on Thursday 06 February, 2025. Corps x-rayed the dangers of fuel scooping and the need for urgent action to prevent such tragedies in the future. The Director General, NOA, Mallam Lanre Issa Onilu who spoke extensively stated that FRSC and NOA will work together to educate the public on the risks associated with fuel scooping and other road vices. According to him, the campaign will include public awareness programs, community outreach initiatives, and collaborative efforts with other stakeholders for value reorientation. The DG NOA also pledged its support for the campaign, emphasizing the need for a collaborative effort to promote national unity and development. The Corps Marshal, FRSC, Shehu Mohammed applauded the Director General for his agency's proactiveness in that regard said that the two agencies must take a collective stand against the menace of fuel scooping and other road vices. He revealed that the loss of lives and properties due to these vices is unacceptable, and we must work together to prevent such incidents in the future. The nationwide orientation campaign is expected to commence immediately, with a focus on high-risk areas and communities. The Corps Marshal therefore urges all Nigerians to support this initiative and join the Corps in promoting road safety and preventing the loss of lives and properties due to fuel scooping and other road vices. Signed: Olusegun Ogungbemide, mni, FISPON, anipr Assistant Corps Marshal Corps Public Education Officer FRSC Headquarters, Abuja cpeo@frsc.gov.ng 06 February, 2025.

COURT OF APPEAL PRESIDENT LEADS WAR AGAINST DRIVING UNDER INFLUENCE, CHARGES COMMUTERS TO ALWAYS EXPRESS THEIR RIGHTS TO SAFE TRIPS In what seems to be an added feather to ongoing efforts towards entrenching sanity on the highways, the President of the Court of Appeal, Her Lordship, Justice Monica Dongban-Mensem, has taken a strong stance to combat driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol and drugs, a move aimed at reducing the rate of drunk driving induced road crashes in Nigeria. The President also implored commuters to take their safety in their hands by being mindful of their actions on the road. The campaign, organised in collaboration with the Federal Road Safety Corps and National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) which is being supported by various stakeholders, including other law enforcement agencies, transport unions, and road safety advocacy groups, aims to raise awareness about the dangers of driving under the influence and promote stricter enforcement of traffic laws. Speaking at Jabi Central Motor Park, the venue of the campaign that held today, 6 February , 2025, the President stressed that driving under the influence is a serious offence that puts lives at risk. He emphasised on the dangers of bad road use behaviours and called for a decisive action against it. "As a nation, we must take a collective stand against this menace and work towards creating a safer and more responsible driving culture," the President said. While addressing the leadership of the transport unions and other guests at the venue, the Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed stated that this decisive action is a clear indication of the commitment of the Judiciary to deepen existing partnership with the Federal Road Safety Corps towards the realisation of the safety and well-being of road users. "The President of the Court of Appeal's stance against driving under the influence is a call to action for all Nigerians. We must work together to create a safer and more responsible driving culture. This includes educating ourselves and others about the dangers of driving under the influence, reporting incidents of reckless driving, and supporting initiatives that promote road safety." Corps Marshal concluded. On the other hand, the representative of the Chairman, NDLEA who spoke on behalf of the Chairman, Brigadier General Buba Marwa Rtd. made it clear that driving under the influence will no longer be tolerated, and those found guilty will face the full force of the law. He pledged the agency's readiness to partner with FRSC for full enforcement. The Chairman of the park, Mr Gabriel Okeh commended the President's bold stance against driving under the influence describing it is a step in the right direction. "We commend her commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of Nigerian citizens and pledge our support for this initiative," He added. Signed: Olusegun Ogungbemide, mni, FISPON, anipr Assistant Corps Marshal Corps Public Education Officer FRSC Headquarters, Abuja cpeo@frsc.gov.ng 06 February, 2025.

FRSC RECOVERS 73 STOLEN VEHICLES IN 2024 THROUGH THE NVIS PORTAL The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has through the instrumentality of the National Vehicle Identification Scheme Portal dealt a devastating blow to car thieves and other criminal elements operating in Nigeria, recovering an unprecedented 73 stolen vehicles across the country in the year 2024 alone. This remarkable achievement is a testament to FRSC's relentless commitment to enhancing national security, strengthening intelligence gathering/sharing as well as enhancing the safety of lives and properties of road users. The vehicles were recovered during coordinated intelligence-driven operations conducted by the FRSC in collaboration with other security agencies at the point of registration of the suspected vehicles. The 73 stolen vehicles recovered are in the category of 4 Toyota Highlander, 1 Toyota Lexus, 21 Toyota Corolla, 17 Toyota Camry, 6 Toyota Sienna, 6 Lexus 350, 3 Lexus ES350, 1 Toyota Hilux, 1 Toyota RAV4, 1 Toyota Celica, 1 Toyota Venza, 1 Suzuki Bus, 1 Honda Pilot, 1 Honda Ace, 2 Honda Accord, 1 Daihatsu, 1 M/Benz Car, 1 Man Truck, 1 Pontiac Vibe and 2 Qlink Motorcycle. The Corps Marshal, Federal Road Safety Corps, Shehu Mohammed praised the FRSC personnel for their exceptional bravery, professionalism, and dedication to duty. He emphasized that the Corps will continue to work tirelessly to rid the nation of all these elements through swift response and proactive measures to not only save innocent lives, but also protect the economic interests of Nigerians. In this light, he admonished vehicle owners to always ensure that they provide all necessary information required of them at the point of registration of their vehicles. This is because adequate information helps in intelligence gathering which in turn, makes timely recovery of vehicles possible. He also stated that the Corps will not relent in its efforts to make Nigerian roads safe and secure for all users as he urged members of the public to continue to support the Corps in this quest for safer roads in Nigeria. As the FRSC continues to push the boundaries of excellence in road safety management and crash prevention, Nigerians are assured of a safer and more secured motoring environment. Signed: Olusegun Ogungbemide, mni, FISPON, anipr Corps Public Education Officer Federal Road Safety Corps Headquarters, Abuja cpeo@frsc.gov.ng 05 February, 2025.

Re: NANS threatens to Shutdown FRSC Command The attention of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has been drawn to a purported threat issued by the National Body of the National Association of the Nigerian Students (NANS) as reported in some media platforms to shutdown any command of the Corps that impounds their vehicles in the ongoing special operations aimed at curbing the use of fake vehicle number plates on their vehicles. The special operations which is a fallout from the increasing abuse of the Nigerian number plates by organizations and faceless individuals who desire to drag the nation back to the olden days of indiscriminate, unregistered and irregular use of number plates with the aim of undermining the gains of enhanced security uniformity, data storage and retrieval under the National Uniform Licensing Scheme (NULS). In addition, the Special operations was necessitated by reports of forgery and duplication of number plates by some reputable Nigerians and organizations hence if immediate remedial actions are not taken against the trend, the nation's security could be compromised, bearing in mind that majority of crimes are vehicles related. It is therefore, difficult to comprehend that Nigerian students who are supposed to be at the forefront of a law abiding nation would resort to issuing such threats to FRSC , an organisation committed to bringing sanity and regularity to our vehicle registration system for the resolution of vehicle related crimes and the enhancement of National security, which is pivotal to proper vehicle identification and resolution to the insanity and chaos that characterize the number plates system in the past. The FRSC Management therefore, calls on the NANS leadership to reconsider and withdraw the reported threats as FRSC Commanding Officers nationwide have been directed not to succumb to any intimidation or threats by individual or organizations in the guise of promoting acts likely to compromise the objects of the National Vehicle Identification Scheme and national Security while carrying out their statutory responsibilities of keeping the nation's highways safe and secure for all road users. Meanwhile the Corps is open to dialogue with the Leadership of National Association of the Nigerian Students for more information and understanding on the ongoing operations. Signed: Olusegun Ogungbemide, mni, FISPON, anipr Assistant Corps Marshal Corps Public Education Officer, Federal Road Safety Corps National Headquarters, Abuja cpeo@frsc.gov.ng 4 February, 2025

Show me a Man that is diligent at his work, and l will show you a Man that will stand before kings and Princes. That played out today 4th February 2025 when In the bid to ensure safe transportation of petroleum products by road, the Top Management of the Federal Road Safety Corps was briefed by the Lagos State Coordinator of FRSC Safe-to-Load Programme, Chief Route Commander Olasehinde Egbontan. During the address, the State Coordinator explored the programme implementation, outlining the outcomes and providing insights into the recent resurging incidents of petroleum tanker truck in Nigeria. Action plans towards building more robust safety system in petroleum product trucking were laid after intense discussion for immediate implementation. This consists of multi-stakeholders and multi-sectoral approaches. The Corps therefore seeks the active participation and cooperation of the critical stakeholders in downstream oil industry and road transportation in its determination to deliver requisite safety and efficiency in transportation of petroleum product in the country. The Corps Marshal who expressed delight at the delivery of the lecture eulogized the Officer for his passion and Commitment for the job and advised other officers to emulate.

Hon. Obinna Chidoka visited the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) today Tuesday February 4th, 2025. As a prominent figure with ardent interest towards the advancement of road safety ideals, his presence was met with great enthusiasm by the members of the FRSC Management. Upon arrival, Hon. Obinna was received by the Corps Marshal, who welcomed him warmly. The two engaged in a brief discussion, during which Hon. Obinna commended the Corps Marshal's efforts in making Nigerian roads safe. The visit was an opportunity for Hon. Obinna to learn about new initiatives in FRSC operations. He was briefed on the various programs and services of the Corps. The visit was a productive one, with discussions centered around ways to improve road safety in Nigeria.

The Federal Road Road Safety Corps commenced special operation to clamp down on illegal use of number plates and fake vehicle registration numbers on Monday February 3rd, 2025. The Special operation targeted vehicles with fake registration numbers and illegal use of number plates by private, commercial, government and diplomatic vehicles. The Operation was headed by the Assistant Corps Marshal in charge of Operation, ACM Hyginus Omeje along with the Assistant Corps Marshal in Charge of Motor Vehicle Administration, ACM Godwin Omiko. ACM Hyginus informed the press that the operation is a nationwide clamp down targeted at enhancing the National Vehicles Identification Number data and to facilitate security across the Nation.

while others will follow accordingly to make sure that there's no backlog in promotion matters. The Corps Marshal further enjoined staff to embrace the digitization policy of the Corps by learning to become more computer literate, saying very soon, the process will be completed and use of papers may become obsolete in most administrative and operational activities of the Corps as every office will be provided with computers to work with. On the ongoing amendment of the FRSC Establishment Act 2007, the Corps Marshal disclosed that public hearing towards the amendment of the Act was organized by the House of Representatives ast year and enjoined all staff to brace up for greater responsibilities in the expected amendments to justify the efforts. The Corps Marshal encouraged staff with good ideas to always pass such ideas through their superior officers in line with the channels of communication, saying everyone's idea is important in moving the Corps to greater heights. While recommitting to the ideals of the FRSC as envisioned by the founding fathers, the Corps Marshal assured that all necessary steps would be taken to give the staff sense of responsibility and pride, saying no one will be denied of his or her entitlement including proper recognition for any achievement made by the staff in the course of carrying out the official assignment. The parade address which took place after the Corps Marshal inspected the Quarter Guard and carried out general inspections of the main parade consisting the officers and Marshals of the National Headquarters ended with Three Hearty Cheers to the Corps Marshal. Staff who spoke shortly after the parade address expressed optimism that this year will be more productive, rewarding and glorious for all the staff. They also wished the Corps Marshal well in his determination to quickly bring positive changes to the FRSC. Olusegun Ogungbemide, mni, FISPON, anipr Assistant Corps Marshal Corps Public Education Officer, Federal Road Safety Corps, National Headquarters, Abuja 3rd February, 2025

while others will follow accordingly to make sure that there's no backlog in promotion matters. The Corps Marshal further enjoined staff to embrace the digitization policy of the Corps by learning to become more computer literate, saying very soon, the process will be completed and use of papers may become obsolete in most administrative and operational activities of the Corps as every office will be provided with computers to work with. On the ongoing amendment of the FRSC Establishment Act 2007, the Corps Marshal disclosed that public hearing towards the amendment of the Act was organized by the House of Representatives ast year and enjoined all staff to brace up for greater responsibilities in the expected amendments to justify the efforts. The Corps Marshal encouraged staff with good ideas to always pass such ideas through their superior officers in line with the channels of communication, saying everyone's idea is important in moving the Corps to greater heights. While recommitting to the ideals of the FRSC as envisioned by the founding fathers, the Corps Marshal assured that all necessary steps would be taken to give the staff sense of responsibility and pride, saying no one will be denied of his or her entitlement including proper recognition for any achievement made by the staff in the course of carrying out the official assignment. The parade address which took place after the Corps Marshal inspected the Quarter Guard and carried out general inspections of the main parade consisting the officers and Marshals of the National Headquarters ended with Three Hearty Cheers to the Corps Marshal. Staff who spoke shortly after the parade address expressed optimism that this year will be more productive, rewarding and glorious for all the staff. They also wished the Corps Marshal well in his determination to quickly bring positive changes to the FRSC. Olusegun Ogungbemide, mni, FISPON, anipr Assistant Corps Marshal Corps Public Education Officer, Federal Road Safety Corps, National Headquarters, Abuja 3rd February, 2025

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The Sector Commander, RS4.1 Plateau State Sector Command, Corps Commander Maxwell K Lede trained and inaugurated qualified members of the public into the Special Marshals arm of the FRSC on 31 January, 2025. This was in response to the request of the Honorable Speaker, Plateau State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Gabriel K Dewen, for the establishment of a special Marshals unit at the Plateau State House of Assembly. Peak of the Enlistment process was the taking of oath by the newly enlisted Special Marshal among whom is the Hon. Speaker, Clerk of the house and many others.

Sector Commander, RS7.1 FCT Sector Command, CC Chorrie I Muta'a admonished patrol team on the upcoming Special Intervention Patrol (SIP) with focus on Number Plate Violation. The team was also briefed on how to identify some of the number plate violations including Diplomatic, National Assembly, NANS, Peace Ambassador, and many more number plates being forged. The team was also cautioned to be civil during the operations. The Special Patrol will be led by Senior Officers of the Corps and will also have security backup.