ROAD OFFENCES AND THEIR PUNISHMENT UNDER NIGERIA LAW
| # | Offence | Description | Fine (₦) | Legal Reference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | No Caution Sign | Vehicle lacks required caution/warning triangle. | 3,000 | FRSC Act 2007 & NRTR 2012 |
| 2 | Improper Child Seating | Children under 12 in front seat. | 3,000 | Regulation 220, NRTR 2012 |
| 3 | No Fire Extinguisher | Vehicle without functional fire extinguisher. | 3,000 | Section 28(2), FRSC Act 2007 |
| 4 | No Speed Limiting Device | Commercial vehicle without installed speed limiter. | 3,000 | Section 10(4), FRSC Act 2007 |
| 5 | Bad/Worn Side Mirror | Damaged or missing side mirror. | 3,000 | NRTR 2012 |
| 6 | Worn-Out Tyres | Tyres with excessive tread wear (no spare tyre or expired tyres). | 3,000 (worn); 2,000 (expired/no spare) | NRTR 2012 |
| 7 | No Seatbelt | Driver or passenger not wearing seatbelt. | 2,000 | Regulation 220, NRTR 2012 |
| 8 | Broken Windshield | Cracked front or rear windshield glass. | 2,000 | NRTR 2012 |
| 9 | Phone Use While Driving | Using mobile phone (hand-held) during operation. | 4,000 | Section 28(2), FRSC Act 2007 |
| 10 | Excessive Exhaust Smoke | Vehicle emitting excessive smoke (e.g., poor maintenance). | 5,000 | NRTR 2012 |
| 11 | Driving Under Influence | Operating vehicle while intoxicated (alcohol/drugs). | 5,000 | Section 10(4), FRSC Act 2007 |
| 12 | Overloading | Carrying excess passengers or load beyond capacity. | 10,000 | Regulation 220, NRTR 2012 |
| 13 | Expired/No Driver’s Licence | Driving without valid licence. | 10,000 | Section 28(2), FRSC Act 2007 |
| 14 | Dangerous Driving | Reckless driving endangering others (e.g., “kolomental” style). | 50,000 | Section 10(4), FRSC Act 2007 |
| 15 | Preaching/Selling in Vehicle | Hawking, preaching, or unauthorized vending inside. | 50,000 | NRTR 2012 |
Key Notes:
- References draw from Section 10(4) & 28(2) of the FRSC (Establishment) Act, 2007 and Regulation 220 of the National Road Traffic Regulations (NRTR), 2012.
- Fines can escalate with repeats, impoundment, or court involvement. Commercial vehicles often face stricter enforcement.
- For full legal text, visit the FRSC website (frsc.gov.ng) or official gazette.
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