The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Delta State has raised an alarm over 8,379 unclaimed processed driver’s licences, urging residents to retrieve their documents without further delay.
In a statement issued on Wednesday in Asaba, the Sector Public Education Officer, Mr Patrick Obiagbo, said the uncollected licences include both new and renewed applications.
Obiagbo appealed to the public, especially those who recently completed processing, to visit the respective centres across the state to collect their original licences.
He noted that the delay in collection not only clogs the system but may also affect the timely processing of new applications.
“This situation not only causes an administrative backlog but also undermines efforts to ensure all drivers on the roads are duly certified and documented,” he said.
Obiagbo noted that possessing a valid driver’s licence was not only a legal requirement but also a vital step towards promoting safer road use and accountability.
“Drivers are therefore encouraged to play their part in upholding road safety rules by completing the final stage of their application process.
“The FRSC Delta Sector Command remains committed to ensuring the safety of all road users.
“We, therefore, urge members of the public to take the call seriously by checking and collecting their driver’s licences at the earliest convenience,” he said.
