The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has recovered a stolen Toyota Corolla at the NVIS Desk Office, Nnewi, on April 4, 2026. The recovery followed a meticulous verification process triggered during an attempt to process proof of ownership documents on the NVIS portal.
The vehicle’s chassis number raised suspicion, prompting further verification, which revealed discrepancies linked to an already registered vehicle in the database. The true owner, Mr. Onyechi Dickson Eze of Awka, Anambra State, confirmed that the vehicle was stolen during a kidnapping incident on January 23, 2023.
The Nigeria Police Force Area Command, Nnewi, was notified, and a coordinated operation involving FRSC officials, the Police, and the Motor Licensing Authority (MLA) Ojoto, led to the arrest of the agent who facilitated the fraudulent documentation and the applicant.
“The robustness of the NVIS platform ensured that the vehicle’s true identity was uncovered without compromise,” the FRSC stated. The vehicle is currently in police custody for further investigation.
This recovery highlights the effectiveness of the National Vehicle Identification Scheme (NVIS) in combating vehicle-related crimes and strengthening national security architecture. The FRSC reiterates its call on the public to ensure proper documentation and verification of vehicle particulars before acquisition.
