The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has disowned a viral notice circulating on social media.

The fake notice directed applicants who were not shortlisted or did not receive invitation messages to report to the nearest FRSC camp for verification.

The FRSC issued the warning via its official social media platforms on Sunday in Abuja.

The corps described the notice as fake and unauthorised, urging members of the public, particularly applicants for the 2026 recruitment exercise, to disregard it.

The corps said the fraudulent notice directed affected applicants to report to the nearest FRSC camp for verification on or before Sept. 25.

It clarified that no such directive had been issued by the corps and warned applicants against acting on the information.

The corps advised applicants not to report to any FRSC office, camp or training institution based on the circulating message.

It urged members of the public to rely exclusively on official FRSC communication channels for authentic information and updates concerning the 2026 recruitment exercise.

The corps further warned applicants against falling victim to individuals who might seek to exploit the recruitment exercise for fraudulent purposes.

It  advised applicants not to make payments, share personal information or follow links circulated by unauthorised persons claiming to facilitate recruitment into the Corps.

The FRSC said any individual found using the recruitment exercise to deceive or defraud members of the public would be reported to the appropriate law-enforcement authorities.

The corps reiterated its call on members of the public to disregard the fraudulent publication and exercise caution to avoid becoming victims of recruitment scams.

It also advised prospective applicants to verify any recruitment-related information through its recognised and official communication channels before taking any action.(NAN).

President Bola Tinubu has commended the Kaduna State Government’s free Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) mass transit scheme.

Tinubu described the initiative as an example of practical, people-centred intervention capable of reducing transportation costs for Nigerians.

The scheme, involving 100 CNG powered buses, recorded about 3.2 million passenger trips and saved commuters more than N3.5 billion in its first year.

The President made the commendation in a post on his official X account, where he made special mention of Kaduna’s intervention.

“This is more of what we need to see at the subnational level,” Tinubu stated.

The commendation came amid renewed efforts by the Federal Government and the 36 states to accelerate the National Affordable CNG Transit Programme.

The initiative is aimed at reducing transportation costs and providing relief to Nigerians affected by rising fuel and commuting expenses.

At a meeting with governors on Aug. 27, Tinubu and the state governors agreed on coordinated action to reduce transportation costs.

The governors subsequently constituted an implementation committee under the Nigeria Governors’ Forum to drive the initiative.

The committee is chaired by Kwara Governor and NGF Chairman, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq.

Working with the Presidential Initiative on CNG and Electric Vehicles, the committee is identifying priority transport corridors and appropriate interventions.

It is also developing an operational framework for effective implementation of the programme across the states.

The Federal Government says Nigeria’s abundant gas resources provide an opportunity to reduce dependence on imported fuels and exposure to global energy shocks.

Tinubu has ruled out a return to the petrol subsidy regime, saying such a move would expose the economy to international oil price fluctuations.

He said the government would instead support states adopting CNG transportation and other interventions capable of providing measurable relief to citizens.

Reacting to the commendation, Kaduna Governor Uba Sani expressed appreciation to Tinubu for recognising the state’s intervention.

Sani reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to policies aimed at protecting vulnerable households and expanding access to essential services.

“We deeply appreciate President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for this recognition and his administration’s continued support to subnational governments,” Sani said.

The governor said Kaduna had continued to set benchmarks in education, vocational training, skills development and CNG mass transportation.

“Kaduna remains the only subnational government providing free CNG mass transit rides to its citizens,” he said.

According to him, the scheme recorded about 3.2 million passenger trips and saved commuters more than N3.5 billion during its first year.

Sani said the intervention had become one of the state government’s major measures for cushioning the effects of petrol subsidy removal.

“Our commitment remains clear: to put people first, reduce the burden on vulnerable households and ensure dividends of governance reach ordinary citizens,” he said.

The free CNG transit scheme provides fare free transportation on designated routes, benefiting workers, traders, students and other residents.

The intervention forms part of the state government’s wider investments in education, skills development, economic inclusion and human capital development.

The state government said the scheme demonstrates how targeted public interventions can reduce household expenditure and improve access to affordable transportation.

The President’s recognition also places Kaduna’s experience within the Federal Government’s broader effort to promote cheaper and cleaner domestic energy alternatives.

The Kaduna Government said it would sustain the initiative and continue implementing policies designed to deliver tangible benefits to residents.(NAN).

The Nigerian Army troops have apprehended 15 suspected kidnappers, and rescued four kidnap victims in separate operations in Plateau and Benue.

An operational report made available on Sunday said troops also recovered suspected stolen food items and arrested another suspect allegedly linked to illegal possession of a firearm.

The report said the troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) arrested 11 suspects during a raid on Shere, Gwafan and Maza Hills in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau.

It said the suspects included three allegedly linked to a recent kidnapping incident and remained in military custody for further investigation.

According to the report, troops arrest a suspected criminal at Dong Kassa Community for alleged illegal possession of a firearm in another operation in Jos North.

It added that troops searched the suspect’s residence but recovered nothing significant.

“Earlier, troops responding to suspected criminal activities at Berger Junction, Mista-Ali, in Bassa Local Government Area, arrested two suspects.

“Troops also recovered a vehicle loaded with suspected stolen items, including palm oil, rice, sugar, seasoning cubes and an empty jerrycan.

“The suspects and recovered items were handed over to the Police at Mista-Ali Outpost for further action.

“In Benue, troops of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) rescued four kidnap victims along the Takum-Katsina-Ala Road in Katsina-Ala Local Government Area.

“The victims were subsequently reunited with their families,” it said. (NAN).