FRSC Launches Crackdown On Fake Number Plates, Overloading In Ogun

The Ogun State Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has commenced a special enforcement operation aimed at tackling the use of fake number plates, vehicle overloading, and other unsafe haulage practices across the state.

The operation, code-named “Operation Guduma,” is designed to reduce the rate of fatal road crashes on Nigerian highways by ensuring strict compliance with road safety regulations.

This was disclosed in a statement issued on Tuesday by the command’s spokesperson, Afolabi Odunsi, who said enforcement teams had already been deployed to monitor and prosecute offenders.

According to the statement, the exercise targets motorists and transport operators involved in the use of counterfeit diplomatic number plates, overloading of vehicles beyond approved limits, mixed loading of passengers and goods, as well as the transportation of unsecured containers.

Odunsi explained that the operation was initiated in line with directives from the FRSC National Headquarters and is being supervised by Assistant Corps Marshal J.O. Asaolu in collaboration with the Ogun State Sector Commander, Corps Commander Oludare Ogunjobi.

He noted that the command would also enforce compliance with safety requirements for haulage vehicles, especially the proper locking and securing of containers to prevent accidents on highways.

“The operation targets counterfeit diplomatic plates, overloading, mixed loading of passengers and goods, and unsecured containers,” the statement said.

Speaking on the exercise, Ogunjobi urged motorists, transport operators, and fleet managers to comply fully with traffic regulations during and after the enforcement period.

He reiterated the Corps’ commitment to safeguarding lives and property, stressing that the FRSC maintains zero tolerance for traffic violations capable of endangering road users.