FRSC Dispatches 19,560 Number Plates to FCT in October
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has confirmed the dispatch of 19,560 pairs of motor vehicle number plates to the Directorate of Road Traffic Services (DRTS), Federal Capital Territory (FCT), in October 2026.
This was contained in a statement signed by the Corps Public Education Officer, Osondu Ohaeri, on Monday.
According to the statement, 15,205 pairs were delivered on 8 October 2026, comprising 15,169 pairs of private vehicle number plates, 32 pairs of private fancy plates, and four pairs of out-of-series plates.
“A further 4,355 pairs were dispatched on 20 October 2026, comprising 1,998 pairs of private vehicle plates, 999 pairs of commercial vehicle plates, eight pairs of city government plates, 900 pairs of dealer plates, and 450 pairs of articulated vehicle plates, as captured in the dispatch records,” the statement reads.
Ohaeri said the Corps considers it important to make the figures available to the public as part of its commitment to transparency, accountability and accurate public information on vehicle number plate production and distribution.
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He noted that the clarification was necessary to distinguish between the production and dispatch of number plates by the FRSC and the subsequent administrative processes involved in their issuance to applicants by the relevant registration authorities.
“While acknowledging that members of the public may experience delays in obtaining their number plates after completing the necessary registration procedures, the Corps wishes to assure Nigerians that it remains committed to supporting a seamless and efficient vehicle registration system,” the statement said.
According to the statement, the Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, reiterated the Corps’ determination to strengthen collaboration with relevant government agencies, including State Motor Licencing Authorities, to address operational bottlenecks, improve service delivery and ensure that motorists receive their number plates within reasonable timelines.
The statement encouraged members of the public experiencing delays to seek clarification from the appropriate registration authorities, while assuring Nigerians that the Corps will continue to engage relevant stakeholders to promote greater efficiency, transparency and accountability across the vehicle registration process.
