The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has warned motorists and members of the public against fraudulent text messages and a fake website circulating online, claiming recipients have committed new road traffic offences requiring urgent action.
The Corps said the scam messages, which are being shared through mobile phones and social media platforms, direct unsuspecting victims to fraudulent websites impersonating the FRSC in a bid to steal personal and financial information.
In a statement issued on Wednesday by the Corps Public Education Officer, Osondu Ohaeri, FRSC specifically identified “frscgov.top/ng” as one of the fake websites, stressing that it has no affiliation with the Corps.
The agency clarified that its only official website is www.frsc.gov.ng, while all its verified online services are hosted through authorised FRSC digital platforms.
According to the statement, the fake messages usually create panic by claiming that a new traffic offence has been recorded against the recipient and urging them to click a link to view the details.
The Corps cautioned Nigerians not to click on suspicious links or disclose sensitive information such as bank details, passwords, ATM card information, driver’s licence details or vehicle registration information in response to such messages.
FRSC advised anyone who receives the fraudulent messages to preserve the evidence, avoid engaging with the sender and report the incident through the appropriate authorities.
The Corps further urged motorists to verify any alleged traffic offence only through its official channels, including its website and the national toll-free emergency line 122, rather than through unsolicited links.
It warned that individuals behind the scam would be tracked and prosecuted, stressing that impersonating the FRSC and creating counterfeit digital platforms to deceive the public is a serious criminal offence.
FRSC Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, directed nationwide sensitisation on the scam and urged Nigerians to remain vigilant while using online platforms.
He reaffirmed the Corps’ commitment to protecting the integrity of its digital systems and preventing fraudsters from exploiting technology meant for road safety administration.
The Corps Marshal urged Nigerians to adopt the slogan “Stop. Verify. Report.”, advising the public to confirm every message claiming to be from the FRSC through its official website and established communication channels before taking any action.
He also encouraged Nigerians to share the warning widely to prevent more motorists from falling victim to the scam, stressing that the Corps would not be responsible for losses arising from dealings with unauthorised websites or individuals falsely claiming to represent the FRSC.