The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has warned it will not accept certificates from unaccredited driving schools to process driver’s licence.
FRSC’s Sector Commander in Oyo, State, Mrs Rosemary Alo, gave the warning in an interview with NAN on Sunday in Ibadan.
Alo urged citizens to always verify the status of a driving school from appropriate quarters before enrolling for the driving course to avoid waste of time and resources.
“We are organising regular training for driving schools instructors, so as to equip them with requisite knowledge needed to train prospective drivers.
“People should always ensure that they register with FRSC accredited driving schools.
“Anyone undergoing training from an uncertified school will not only be badly tutored, but also waste time and money invested in the training.
“FRSC will not accept certificates from such unaccredited schools for the processing of driver’s licence,” she said.
Alo reiterated the importance of obtaining a certificate from an accredited driving school to get a driver’s licence.
The commander said that driving schools must meet specific standards, including having qualified instructors, roadworthy vehicles for training, and necessary facilities.
“Standards are required to ensure that driving schools provide quality training, reduce the risk of accidents and enhance road safety, “ she said.
Alo warned that any driving school caught for non-compliance would face appropriate sanctions, including either suspension or withdrawal of certificates.