The House of Representatives has called on the Nigeria Police Force and the Federal Road Safety Corps to arrest and prosecute individuals using fake vehicle number plates as part of efforts to curb rising criminal activities in the country.
The resolution followed the adoption of a motion sponsored by Matthew Nwogu, who represents Aboh Mbaise/Ngor Okpala Federal Constituency of Imo State, during Thursday’s plenary session.
Highlighting the significance of vehicle number plates in identifying vehicles and aiding security agencies in tracking suspects, Nwogu referenced a Vanguard report of February 7, 2025.
The report quoted the FRSC Lagos Sector Commander as stating that most fake number plates used in crimes bear the tags of reputable institutions, including the Presidency, Nigeria Youth Council, and the National Association of Nigerian Students.
