FRSC recovered 73 stolen vehicles in 2024: Corps Marshal
The Federal Road Safety Corps recovered about 73 stolen vehicles across the 36 states and Federal Capital Territory between January and December 2024.
The FRSC Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, disclosed this in a statement by the Corps Public Education Officer, Olusegun Ogungbemide, on Wednesday in Abuja.
Mr Mohammed said that the recovery was made possible through the instrumentality of the National Vehicle Identification Scheme portal.
He said that it dealt a devastating blow to car thieves and other criminals operating in Nigeria, recovering such unprecedented numbers of stolen vehicles.
He stated, “This remarkable achievement is a testament to FRSC’s relentless commitment to enhancing national security, strengthening intelligence gathering and 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 four Toyota Highlander, one Toyota Lexus, 21 Toyota Corolla, 17 Toyota Camry, six Toyota Sienna, six Lexus 350, three Lexus ES350, Also recovered are one Toyota Hilux, one Toyota RAV4, one Toyota Celica, one Toyota Venza, one Suzuki Bus, one Honda Pilot, one Honda Ace, two Honda Accord, one Daihatsu. Others are one M/Benz car, one Man Truck, one Pontiac Vibe and two Qlink Motorcycle.’’
The corps marshal, however, commended officers and men for their exceptional bravery, professionalism, and dedication to duty.
Mr Mohammed stressed that the corps would continue to work tirelessly to rid the nation of criminal elements through swift response and proactive measures.
He said this would not only save innocent lives, but also protect the economic interests of Nigerians.
Mr Mohammed also admonished vehicle owners to always ensure that they provided necessary information required of them at the point of registration of their vehicles.
He stated, “This is because adequate information helps in intelligence gathering which in turn enhances timely recovery of vehicles. The corps will not relent in its efforts to make Nigeria roads safe and secure for all users. We also urge 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.’’
(NAN)
We have recently deactivated our website's comment provider in favour of other channels of distribution and commentary. We encourage you to join the conversation on our stories via our Facebook, Twitter and other social media pages.
More from Peoples Gazette
Agriculture
FG tasks ECOWAS on leveraging financing strategies for agroecology
The federal government has urged stakeholders in the agriculture and finance sectors in the West Africa region to leverage financing strategies to enhance agroecology practices
Politics
Katsina youths pledge to deliver over 2 million votes to Atiku
“Katsina State is Atiku’s political base because it is his second home.”
States
Olubadan lauds Tinubu on release of Oriire kidnap victims, urges rehabilitation
“As a follow-up to this development, the government must ensure that all communities bordering the National Park are fully secure,” he said.
Heading 1
Iran’s new supreme leader vows revenge over father’s assassination by U.S.-Israeli forces
“We pledge to avenge the blood of the martyred leader and all the martyrs of these two wars from the criminal and disgraced killers,” he said.
Heading 4
Trump administration subpoenas New York Times journalists over Air Force One story
The subpoenas seek to compel the reporters to testify before a federal grand jury in Manhattan.
Heading 2
Klopp agrees to replace Nagelsmann as Germany coach
Nagelsmann resigned last week as the men’s national team coach following Germany’s shocking exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Health
FG expands cancer funding, local drug production
“We are trying to domesticate expensive treatments by producing much-needed medicines locally and translating global research into action in our clinics,” he said.
Heading 3
Remi Tinubu begs Asake, Davido, Burna Boy to come rescue poor Nigerians from hunger
The first lady stated that buying exotic cars is good, but noted that the singers can still establish foundations to assist the struggling population.
