BREAKING: Federal Government Approves New Driver’s License, Number Plate Fees Effective June 8
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Starting Sunday, June 8, 2025, Nigerians will pay more to obtain driver’s licenses and number plates as the Joint Tax Board (JTB) has officially approved a new pricing structure.
TJ News Nigeria reports that the JTB’s revised fees will affect motorists, commercial tricycle operators, and others applying for new licenses or renewing old ones across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
New Price Structure for Driver’s Licenses
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According to the JTB directive, the updated rates are as follows:
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Motor Vehicle Drivers’ License:
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₦15,000 for 3 years
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₦21,000 for 5 years
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Tricycle Operators’ License:
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₦7,000 for 3 years
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₦11,000 for 5 years
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This marks a significant increase from previous rates, which stood at approximately ₦10,000 for 3 years and ₦15,000 for 5 years for motor vehicle drivers, depending on state-specific surcharges.
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Background: JTB’s Role in Uniform Tax Policies
The Joint Tax Board (JTB) is the regulatory body responsible for harmonizing and coordinating tax administration in Nigeria. It also sets uniform rates and guidelines for fees related to driver’s licenses, number plates, and other vehicle registration services in partnership with the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) and state governments.
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TJ News Nigeria gathered that this decision to raise the cost is linked to adjustments for inflation, administrative overhead, and infrastructure upgrades in licensing and road safety systems.
Public Reaction and Concerns
The announcement has sparked reactions across social media and transport unions. Many Nigerians expressed concerns about the timing of the increase, citing the current economic challenges, subsidy removal effects, and rising cost of living.
An Abuja-based commercial driver, Musa Garba, told TJ News Nigeria:
“The government should help us, not punish us. We are already paying too much for fuel and vehicle maintenance. Increasing license fees now is adding more hardship.”
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Others questioned the transparency of how the funds collected from licensing are used, urging relevant authorities to provide detailed breakdowns of revenue allocation.
Number Plate Costs Also Affected
Although the JTB is yet to release the full breakdown of new number plate charges, insiders within the Federal Road Safety Corps hinted that vehicle number plates could now attract rates ranging from ₦25,000 to ₦50,000, depending on vehicle category and state-specific administrative fees.
Motorcycle and tricycle plates are also expected to reflect marginal increases, though no official figures have been released yet.
What Nigerians Should Know
TJ News Nigeria learned that the new pricing regime applies to:
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New license applications
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Renewals of expired licenses
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Conversion of temporary to permanent licenses
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Commercial and private vehicles, including tricycles and motorcycles
All motorists are advised to visit approved FRSC licensing centers and state Motor Vehicle Administration Agencies (MVAA) for processing under the new fee structure.
Summary of Changes
| License Type | 3-Year Fee | 5-Year Fee |
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| Motor Vehicle Drivers | ₦15,000 | ₦21,000 |
| Tricycle Operators | ₦7,000 | ₦11,000 |
Implementation Begins June 8
Effective June 8, 2025, the new rates will be implemented nationwide. The FRSC and state MVAA offices have already received circulars to enforce the new prices from that date.
Motorists who wish to renew or register their licenses under the old rates have until midnight today, June 7, to complete the process.
Stay with TJ News Nigeria for updates on the number plate fee breakdown and public responses from transport unions, the National Assembly, and civil society organizations.
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