FRSC dispatches 19,560 pairs of numbers plates to FCT in October
…..urges motorists facing collection delays to contact relevant registration authorities

By Onu Okorie

Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has disclosed that it dispatched 19,560 pairs of motor vehicle number plates to the Directorate of Road Traffic Services (DRTS) in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in October 2026, reaffirming its commitment to efficient vehicle registration and identification services.
The Corps said the dispatches were made in two batches on October 8 and 20, according to its official records.
The first batch, comprising 15,205 pairs of number plates, was dispatched on October 8. The consignment included 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 of 4,355 pairs was dispatched on October 20. It comprised 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 said the disclosure was intended to promote transparency, accountability and accurate public information regarding the production and distribution of vehicle number plates.
It also sought to clarify the distinction between the production and dispatch of number plates by the Corps and their subsequent issuance to applicants by the relevant registration authorities.
While acknowledging complaints from members of the public over delays in collecting number plates after completing registration procedures, the Corps said the availability of plates at the point of dispatch was only one aspect of the vehicle registration process.
According to the FRSC, timely issuance also depends on effective coordination among the institutions responsible for the different stages of registration.
The Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, reiterated the agency’s commitment to strengthening collaboration with relevant government institutions, including State Motor Licensing Authorities, to address operational bottlenecks and improve service delivery.
Mohammed said the Corps remained determined to promote a seamless vehicle registration system and ensure that motorists received their number plates within reasonable timelines.
The FRSC consequently advised motorists experiencing delays in collecting their number plates to seek clarification from the appropriate registration authorities.
It assured the public that it would continue to engage relevant stakeholders to improve efficiency, transparency and accountability throughout the vehicle registration process.
The Corps further reaffirmed its commitment to its statutory responsibility of ensuring proper vehicle identification and enhancing road safety through effective regulation, reliable registration systems and sustained institutional collaboration.