Here is the recently updated salary structure of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) with an average annual salary of ₦1,080,100 for 2025. This is even possible only due to the increment of minimum wage by President Tinubu in 2024.
We bring you updated ranks and salary structure of the FRSC today. To verify the data on this page, please crosscheck with the Consolidated Paramilitary Salary Structure (CONPASS) as this is what they use.
In general, non-commissioned officers and assistants see a progressive increase in pay with experience and higher qualifications, while commissioned officers, such as Deputy Corps Marshals (2,000,000–2,500,000 annually) and Assistant Corps Marshals (1,800,000–2,200,000 annually), earn significantly more due to their leadership and operational management roles.
FRSC salary officers benefit from various allowances including transport, housing, hazard, meal subsidy, leave, medical, and furniture allowances. These enhance their overall welfare, ensuring support for essential needs like accommodation, healthcare, and mobility while promoting job satisfaction and efficiency in service.
Salary of Federal Road Safety (FRSC) Officers in Nigeria Today
Nigeria’s Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has a clear hierarchy in its pay structure, with annual salaries that vary greatly depending on rank and responsibility. Due to their extensive oversight responsibilities, the highest ranking officer, the Corps Marshal, receives the highest salary of ₦2,616,000 per year, along with significant allowances.
- Corps Marshal: ₦2,616,000 annually (approx. ₦218,000 monthly). This is the highest-ranking officer, overseeing FRSC operations, enjoys a robust salary supplemented by significant allowances.
- Deputy Corps Marshal: ₦2,000,000–₦2,500,000 annually (approx. ₦166,667–₦208,333 monthly). This is senior leadership role, with pay reflecting extensive experience and responsibilities.
- Assistant Corps Marshal: ₦1,800,000–₦2,200,000 annually (approx. ₦150,000–₦183,333 monthly). This is a key senior officer position, managing critical operations across regions.
- Chief Route Commander: ₦1,600,000–₦2,000,000 annually (approx. ₦133,333–₦166,667 monthly). This is a mid-tier commissioned officer, often involved in strategic field operations.
- Superintendent Route Commander: ₦1,400,000–₦1,800,000 annually (approx. ₦116,667–₦150,000 monthly). Oversees operational units, with salaries competitive for mid-level officers.
- Route Commander: ₦1,200,000–₦1,600,000 annually (approx. ₦100,000–₦133,333 monthly). Common entry point for B.Sc/HND holders, managing road safety tasks.
- Deputy Route Commander: ₦1,000,000–₦1,400,000 annually (approx. ₦83,333–₦116,667 monthly). Supports route commanders in field operations.
- Assistant Route Commander: ₦888,956–₦988,991 annually (approx. ₦74,080–₦82,416 monthly). Entry-level for graduates (Grade Level 8), with salaries reflecting qualifications.
- Chief Inspector: ₦1,405,449 annually (approx. ₦117,121 monthly). Senior non-commissioned officer, leading marshal teams.
- Deputy Chief Inspector: ₦1,325,234 annually (approx. ₦110,436 monthly). Assists chief inspectors in operational oversight.
- Assistant Chief Inspector: ₦1,252,038 annually (approx. ₦104,337 monthly). Manages smaller units, bridging officers and marshals.
- Principal Marshal Inspector: ₦1,143,539 annually (approx. ₦95,295 monthly). Senior marshal rank, often with supervisory duties.
- Senior Marshal Inspector: ₦1,058,416 annually (approx. ₦88,201 monthly). Experienced marshal handling complex field tasks.
- Marshal Inspector I: ₦777,876 annually (approx. ₦64,823 monthly). Mid-level marshal, typically with OND/NCE qualifications.
- Marshal Inspector II: ₦548,387 annually (approx. ₦45,699 monthly). Junior marshal rank, focusing on road safety enforcement.
- Marshal Inspector III: ₦393,442 annually (approx. ₦32,787 monthly). Entry-level for OND holders, aligned with minimum wage adjustments.
- Chief Road Marshal Assistant: ₦966,761 annually (approx. ₦80,563 monthly). Senior assistant role, supporting operational logistics.
- Deputy Road Marshal Assistant: ₦539,049 annually (approx. ₦44,921 monthly). Assists in field duties, with growing responsibilities.
- Senior Road Marshal Assistant: ₦387,428 annually (approx. ₦32,286 monthly). Experienced assistant, often with SSCE qualifications.
- Road Marshal Assistant I: ₦349,589 annually (approx. ₦29,132 monthly). Junior assistant, handling basic road safety tasks.
- Road Marshal Assistant II: ₦319,741 annually (approx. ₦26,645 monthly). Entry-level for SSCE holders, slightly above minimum wage.
- Road Marshal Assistant III: ₦305,576 annually (approx. ₦25,465 monthly). Base rank for SSCE holders, reflecting the ₦70,000 minimum wage.
Federal Road Safety Corps Ranks
FRSC is more than just a traffic enforcement agency, they play a vital role in saving lives, promoting safe driving habits, and shaping transportation policies across Nigeria. Through its comprehensive structure and strategic objectives, the FRSC remains central to national efforts in enhancing road safety and reducing traffic-related fatalities.
Junior Marshals:
Road Marshal Assistant III (RMA III)
Road Marshal Assistant II (RMA II)
Road Marshal Assistant I (RMA I)
Senior Road Marshal Assistant (SRMA)
Deputy Chief Road Marshal Assistant (DRMA)
Chief Road Marshal Assistant (CRMA)
Non-Commissioned Officers (NCOs):
Marshal Inspector III (MI-III)
Marshal Inspector II (MI-II)
Marshal Inspector I (MI-I)
Senior Marshal Inspector (SMI)
Principal Marshal Inspector (PMI)
Commissioned Officers:
Assistant Chief Inspector (ACI)
Deputy Chief Inspector (DCI)
Chief Inspector (CI)
Assistant Corps Commander (ACC)
Deputy Corps Commander (DCC)
Assistant Corps Marshal (ACM)
Deputy Corps Marshal (DCM)
Corps Marshal (CM)
What Does FRSC Stand For?
The Nigerian government created the paramilitary “Federal Road Safety Corps” (abbreviated “FRSC”) to maintain road safety and enforce traffic laws throughout the nation. On February 18, 1988, it was formally established by Decree No. 45 of 1988, which was subsequently modified by Decree 35 of 1992. It is currently governed by the FRSC (Establishment) Act, 2007, which describes its functions, authority, and organisational framework.
The FRSC’s primary responsibility is to oversee road users, reduce traffic accidents, and manage traffic on Nigerian highways. The organisation also prioritises removing roadblocks and educating the public about safe driving practices. By doing this, it makes a substantial contribution to the security and effectiveness of Nigeria’s transport networks.
Objectives of the FRSC
The FRSC was created with a vision to develop a robust operational framework to address road safety challenges. Its main objectives include:
Enforcing road traffic laws and regulations.
Enhancing emergency preparedness and reducing response time to accidents.
Promoting electronic safety (e-safety) in operations.
Monitoring and evaluating the activities of field commands.
Creating synergy with other stakeholders to address traffic-related issues.
Sustaining efficient and widespread motorized patrols nationwide.
Key Functions of FRSC
The Corps is empowered to perform a wide range of functions:
Ensure safe road usage and enforce compliance with traffic rules.
Remove obstructions and rescue victims of road crashes.
Educate road users on safety practices.
Design and issue driver’s licenses and vehicle plate numbers.
Enforce speed limits across various road types.
Regulate the use of the highway by motorists and pedestrians.
Organizational Structure
The FRSC keeps a clear command structure so it can carry out its work quickly and effectively. It splits its field operations into 215 commands, arranged into eight departments, 12 zonal commands, 37 sector commands- one for each state plus the FCT- and 166 unit commands. Its national headquarters sits in Abuja, the countrys capital. Over all these levels, the Corps Marshal and Chief Executive, or COMACE, provides direction and leadership. A governing board of ten people, headed by a chairman, meets regularly to oversee the agencys policies and strategies.
Departments Within FRSC
The FRSC operates through eight key departments, each tasked with specific roles:
- Operations Department: Manages road safety operations, crash rescue missions, and enforcement.
- Administration and Human Resources: Handles recruitment, staff welfare, and internal administration.
- Training, Standards, and Certification: Oversees corps member training, certification, and career development.
- Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA): Manages driver’s licenses, vehicle registrations, and related data systems.
- Safety Engineering Department (SED): Conducts vehicle inspections, road audits, and accident analysis.
- Finance and Accounts: Manages budgeting, salaries, contractor payments, and financial reporting.
- Policy, Research, and Statistics: Conducts road safety research, compiles operational data, and maintains records.
- Special Marshals and Partnership: Coordinates volunteer programs, road safety clubs, and public-private partnerships.
