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FRSC guarantees adherence with court ruling on faded number plates

The Federal Road Safety Corps has stated that it is currently studying the court ruling on faded vehicle number plates.
On January 17, 2025, a Federal High Court in Lagos issued an order restraining the FRSC from arresting or imposing fines on drivers with faded number plates.
The case, marked FHC/L/CS/253/2024, was brought before the court by Chinwike Ezebube, who argued that the FRSC, as the sole designer and producer of vehicle number plates in Nigeria, was responsible for the quality and durability of those plates.
The court considered several questions related to the responsibility of the FRSC for the fading of number plates and whether it could penalise drivers for using plates that deteriorate due to poor quality production.
In response to the ruling, the FRSC spokesperson, Olusegun Ogungbemide, explained to Sunday PUNCH that faded number plates result from normal wear and tear rather than poor manufacturing.
Ogungbemide emphasised that the National Road Traffic Regulations of 2012 as amended allowed vehicle owners to apply for replacement of lost or damaged number plates.
He assured that the corps was carefully reviewing the court’s decision and would fully comply with the judgment.
The spokesperson reiterated that the FRSC respects the rule of law and would not take any action that disrespects the court’s ruling.
“Faded number plates are not as a result of poor quality. Rather, it has to do with normal wear and tears which is why the NRTR, 2012 (as amended) in reg 39 gives vehicle owners the opportunity to apply for replacement of loss or damaged number plate.
“The corps is studying the court’s judgment but will not do anything to disrespect the court or its decision. “FRSC is a responsible organisation and will always abide by court order and rule of law.”
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Ekiti State PDP concludes ward congress

By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
The chairman of the Ekiti state congress committee, Chief Afolabi Adekanbi has hailed members of the People’s Democratic Party in Ekiti state for conducting themselves peacefully at the just concluded ward congresses across the 177 wards in the state.
The chairman who spoke with journalists at the PDP state Secretariat in Ado Ekiti on Saturday, said that the peaceful conduct of the congress has signified that the future of PDP in Ekiti state is very bright and promising.
He applauded the leaders of the party for their discipline, temerity and maturity in handling the affairs of the party especially the way the congress was done without rancor.
The chairman noted that the state PDP has set a very good example for others across Nigeria, saying that what happened in Ekiti state is a threat to the ruling party as it’s now clear that PDP is more organized than any other party in Nigeria.
He however urged all members of the party in the state to maintain the same tempo in the subsequent congresses, adding that it’s not over until it’s over.
In his remarks, the chairman of the caretaker committee in the state, Chief Dare Adeleke applauded the the chairman and members of the congress committee, saying their conduct played a significant role in the success of the congress.
He as well commended members of the party in the state for making sure that the congress was conducted under a peaceful atmosphere.
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Banditry! Abductors Of Katsina Qur’anic Recitation Winner Wants N30m Ransom

By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
Armed unidentified men who recently kidnapped Abdulsalam Rabi’u, the winner of the National Qur’anic Recitation Competition, are demanding a ransom of ₦30 million for his release.
The young scholar, alongside his father and brothers, were abducted on Tuesday near Labin Bangori in Katsina State while returning home from a state recognition ceremony.
Details of the Abduction
Rabi’u, a medical student at Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, hails from Katsina State and was recently honored for his exceptional performance in the Hizb 60 with Tajweed category of the National Qur’anic Recitation Competition held in Kebbi State.
Following his victory, Governor Dikko Umar Radda invited him and his father to the Katsina Government House for a special recognition event.
Unfortunately, after the ceremony, they were ambushed and taken captive by gunmen along with other family members.
Government’s Response
Katsina State’s Commissioner for Information and Culture, Bala Salisu-Zango, confirmed the ransom demand during an interview on Saturday. He assured the public that Governor Radda is deeply concerned about the situation and is taking all necessary steps to secure the victims’ safe release.
Rising Insecurity in Katsina
This incident highlights the ongoing security challenges in Katsina and other northern states, where kidnappings for ransom have become a frequent occurrence. The abduction of a national competition winner has sparked widespread concern, with many calling on authorities to intensify efforts to combat banditry and protect citizens.
As negotiations continue, residents and well-wishers remain hopeful for the safe return of Rabi’u and his family
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SEE Today’s Parallel Market Dollar To Naira Exchange Rate (March 16, 2025)

By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
What is the Black Market (Parallel Market) Exchange Rate for Dollar to Naira?
Check out the black market exchange rate for the U.S. dollar to the Nigerian naira as of March 15, 2025. Below are the latest rates for currency exchange in the parallel market.
How Much is a Dollar to Naira Today in the Black Market?
As of Saturday,
March 15, 2025, the exchange rate at the Lagos Parallel Market (Black Market) sees traders buying a dollar for
₦1590 and selling at
₦1610, according to sources at the Bureau De Change (BDC).
It is important to note that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) does not officially recognize the black market and advises individuals looking to trade foreign exchange (Forex) to use their respective banks.
Dollar to Naira Black Market Rate Today
USD to NGN Black Market Exchange Rate Today
Buying Rate ₦1590
Selling Rate ₦1610
Dollar to Naira CBN Official Rate Today
USD to NGN CBN Exchange Rate Today
Highest Rate ₦1548
Lowest Rate ₦1480
Please note that exchange rates may vary based on location, trader, and transaction type, so the rates at which you buy or sell forex may differ slightly from what is stated here.
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