By Georgina George
The Federal Road Safety Corps says it has so far dispatched 19,560 vehicle number plates in the Federal Capital Territory, in October 2026, to address delays concerns after completion of registration process.
Scores of motorists have criticised the number plates issues process, alleging corruption and systemic inefficiency.
However, in a statement on Tuesday, the Corps Public Education Officer, Osondu Ohaeri, said the dispatches were made in two batches on October 8 and October 20, stressing that the FRSC released the figures to promote transparency and provide accurate information on the production and distribution of vehicle number plates.
According to the dispatch records, the first batch comprised 15,205 pairs, including 15,169 pairs of private vehicle number plates, 32 pairs of private fancy plates and four pairs of out-of-series plates.
The second batch, dispatched on October 20, contained 4,355 pairs, 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.
The FRSC acknowledged delays in collections after completing registration procedures, saying the availability of plates at the point of dispatch was only one part of the registration process.
The Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, reiterated the FRSC’s commitment in addressing operational challenges, he pledged to improve service delivery and ensure motorists receive their plates within reasonable timelines.
The Corps also urged motorists experiencing delays to seek clarification from the appropriate registration authorities, while promising to continue engaging stakeholders to improve efficiency and accountability in the system.
