Addressing a media publication concerning the delay in issuing national driver’s licenses nationwide, the Federal Road Safety Corps disclosed that there are over 189,256 licenses ready for collection at various State Boards of Internal Revenue.
In a statement released in Abuja on Sunday, the Corps Public Education and Strategic Communication Officer, Olusegun Ogungbemide, commended the media platform for its watchdog role and clarified misconceptions highlighted in the publication.
To prevent misleading the public about the hindrances to the smooth production of National Driver’s Licenses, Ogungbemide emphasized the importance of stating the facts and rectifying any misinformation.
He emphasized that the FRSC does not engage in blaming others but aims to enhance the efficiency of the system for better service delivery and customer satisfaction.
Ogungbemide described the processes involved in producing national driver’s licenses as intricate due to the scheme’s intelligence and data-gathering capabilities, which necessitated a thorough system overhaul for improvement.
Following his assumption of office in May 2024, the FRSC Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed prioritized the enhancement of national driver’s license production, leading to a significant improvement after his site visit and subsequent system adjustments.
Efforts were made to address identified issues promptly, resulting in the resumption of full-scale production with the plant operating round-the-clock under the marshal’s directive.
The FRSC assured that all challenges affecting the plant’s operations are being resolved, with over 189,256 licenses already produced and ready for collection at various State Boards of Internal Revenue nationwide.
Quoting the FRSC Corps Marshal, Ogungbemide reiterated the commitment to maintaining the integrity of the license process for international recognition and encouraged applicants to collect their licenses from their respective states as the Corps continues to clear the backlog.
(NAN)