FRSC Warns Motorists Against Fake SMS, Websites on Traffic Offences

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has cautioned motorists and the general public against fraudulent text messages and counterfeit websites impersonating the agency to deceive Nigerians over alleged traffic offences.

In a statement by the Corps Public Education Officer, Osondu Ohaeri, FRSC explained that the scam involves unsolicited SMS messages claiming new “road traffic offence records” have been logged against recipients, urging them to click suspicious links.

One such fake site, frscgov.top/ng, was flagged as having no affiliation with the Corps.The agency stressed that its official website remains frsc.gov.ng and that all verified services are hosted only through authorised FRSC digital platforms.

“These fraudulent messages are designed to create panic and trick unsuspecting Nigerians into disclosing personal or financial information. The Corps unequivocally disowns such communications,” the statement read.

FRSC advised Nigerians not to click on suspicious links, make payments, or share sensitive details such as banking information, driver’s licence numbers, or vehicle registration data. Instead, recipients should preserve evidence, avoid further contact with the sender, and report incidents through official channels.

Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed directed that the public be sensitised about the scheme, urging motorists to “STOP. VERIFY. REPORT.” He emphasised that any alleged traffic offence must be verified directly through FRSC’s official platforms.

The Corps warned that it would pursue legal and cybersecurity action against individuals behind the impersonation, stressing that protecting the integrity of its digital systems is vital to road safety administration.