FRSC has introduced a new contactless biometric system for driver’s licence issuance to eliminate delays and digitise the process nationwide.
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has introduced a contactless biometric system for driver’s licence issuance, marking a major step toward full digitalisation of Nigeria’s motor vehicle administration.
The innovation was unveiled during the 2025 Ember Months Road Safety Campaign in Abuja, themed “Tech Responsibility for Your Safety: Stop Distracted Driving.”
Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed said the system will eliminate delays and temporary licences.
“We have upgraded our printing facility to produce 15,000 licences daily and will clear all backlog before November 2025,” he said.
Mohammed explained that the process allows instant issuance upon biometric capture. “Once captured, you get your driver’s licence instantly,” he added, noting that the system syncs with the National Identification Number database for verification.
Deputy Corps Marshal Aliyu Datsama said production has risen to 40,000 licences daily, adding that the backlog of 800,000 licences has been halved. He urged motorists to collect over 206,000 unclaimed licences.