A viral social media post by @Verterex_Prop has sparked widespread public interest after clearly explaining the meaning behind the different colours used on Nigerian vehicle plate numbers. The educational tweet, shared with pictorial examples, aims to help road users easily identify the purpose and ownership category of vehicles at a glance.
Red-lettered plate numbers, the post explains, are assigned to vehicles used for commercial purposes, including taxis, ride-hailing cars, buses, and other vehicles engaged in income-generating transport services. The colour helps traffic officials and the public distinguish commercial vehicles from private ones for regulatory and enforcement purposes.
Vehicles bearing green-lettered plate numbers are identified as government-owned, used by ministries, departments, agencies, and public officials in the course of official duties. These plates signal that the vehicle is part of the government fleet.
Lastly, black-lettered plate numbers are reserved for the Armed Forces and paramilitary organisations, including the military and related security agencies. These plates indicate vehicles used for national defence, security, and related operations.
The tweet has been widely praised for its simplicity and public education value, with many users noting that they had seen the different colours for years without fully understanding their significance. Road safety advocates say such awareness can promote better compliance with traffic rules and improve accountability on Nigerian roads.
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