The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has recorded another operational success with the recovery of a suspected stolen vehicle in Ekiti State, underscoring its commitment to combating automobile-related crimes through technology-driven systems.
The Corps Public Education Officer, Osondu Ohaeri, disclosed that the recovery, which occurred on March 23, 2026, was facilitated by the Corps’ National Vehicle Identification Scheme (NVIS) platform during routine manual data uploads at the NVIS Desk Office in Ado Ekiti.
According to him, the breakthrough followed a red flag raised by a Motor Vehicle Officer from Emure Local Government Area after a chassis number submitted for verification failed to align with the manufacturer’s standard sequence for a 2006 Toyota Camry model.
Acting on the anomaly, the NVIS Desk Officer corrected the chassis number and conducted a fresh search on the NVIS database. The revised details produced a valid match linked to a vehicle reported stolen two years ago.
Further confirmation from the original owner validated the theft, prompting coordinated efforts to recover the vehicle. The State Licensing Officer and Sector Commander were briefed, after which attempts were made to invite the suspect for verification.
However, when the suspect failed to comply, the matter was escalated to the Nigeria Police for further action.
Acting on credible intelligence, operatives from the Irewolede Police Station in Ilorin recovered the vehicle on March 31, 2026, at about 10:30 a.m. in Emure Ekiti.
The Corps noted that the successful operation highlights the importance of inter-agency collaboration and the effectiveness of the NVIS database in safeguarding vehicle ownership records nationwide.
FRSC reaffirmed its resolve to intensify efforts against vehicle-related fraud, urging members of the public to ensure proper documentation and verification of vehicle details to avoid legal consequences.
The Corps also reiterated its commitment to promoting road safety, enhancing national security, and protecting citizens through intelligence-driven operations and strategic enforcement.
